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Windows 11 Fingerprint login not working

Nikhil56 20 Reputation points
2026-03-21T13:12:28.5033333+00:00

The fingerprint login on my Windows 11 system is not working. When I input the fingerprint, it doesn’t do anything.How I can fix the issue.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accounts, profiles, and login
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  1. Kapil Arya 37,576 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2026-03-21T13:17:04.9266667+00:00

    You must update or reinstall the fingerprint driver, see if that helps. Please refer these steps:

    Open the Device Manager.

    Expand Biometrics devices.

    Locate the fingerprint driver.

    Right click on it and select Update driver.

    Alternatively, you can download the latest fingerprint driver from your device manufacturer's website.

    If the issue still persists, you can also suggestions mentioned in this fix:

    https://www.kapilarya.com/fix-fingerprint-login-not-working-in-windows-11

    Let us know if this helps!

    Note: Included link in this reply refers to blog post by a trusted Microsoft MVP. 

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