how to fix this probles of biometric security

IHORITUZIRIKANA DANY 0 Reputation points
2026-06-19T08:29:55.12+00:00

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how to overcome this problems

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
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  1. DaveM121 902.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-06-19T09:06:25.6033333+00:00

    Open the Settings App.

    Go to Accounts.

    Select Access Work or School, is there is a work or school Email listed there?

    If there is a work or school account linked to the PC, select it, and choose Disconnect, then restart (not shut down0 your PC to apply the change and check if the Biometric options are available.

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  2. IHORITUZIRIKANA DANY 0 Reputation points
    2026-06-19T08:36:05.0833333+00:00

    about methScreenshot 2026-06-19 103511

    about method 5 even remove is not working

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    2026-06-19T08:30:26.6033333+00:00

    The message “This option is currently unavailable” for Windows Hello face and fingerprint usually means the biometric components or services are not working correctly. Use these steps on Windows 11:

    1. Check that Windows Hello is configured and updated
      • Go to Start > Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options and confirm Windows Hello is set up.
      • Install all pending Windows and driver updates, then restart the PC. On Surface devices, use the Surface app → Help & supportCheck for updates and install any driver/firmware updates, then try Hello again.
    2. Re‑enroll the biometric sign-in
      When the options become available (no longer greyed out):
      • Go to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options.
      • Under Fingerprint recognition (Windows Hello), choose Remove, then Set up and follow the wizard. When enrolling, place the finger in the center of the sensor with light pressure and slightly change position so multiple angles are captured.
      • Do the same for Facial recognition (Windows Hello) if used.
    3. If biometric authentication still does not work (Enhanced Sign-in Security)
      For devices using Enhanced Sign-in Security:
      • Open System Information (type it in Start). In System Summary, verify Virtualization-based Security is listed as Running.
      • In System Information > Software Environment > Running Tasks, confirm bioiso.exe and ngciso.exe are running. If not, the device may not meet Enhanced Sign-in Security requirements.
      • In Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options, remove the non-functioning face/fingerprint enrollment and re-enroll. If the entry shows a message like We couldn't find a fingerprint scanner compatible with Windows Hello, continue with the next step.
    4. Reinstall the biometric drivers
      • Open Device Manager.
      • Expand Biometric devices.
      • Right‑click the face or fingerprint sensor → Uninstall device.
      • Restart the PC so Windows reinstalls the driver automatically.
      • Return to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options and check if face/fingerprint can now be set up.
    5. Restart the Windows Biometric Service (advanced)
      • In Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options, remove the PIN.
      • Open Command Prompt as administrator and run:
        net stop wbiosrvc && net start wbiosrvc
      • Set up the PIN again, then try adding face/fingerprint.
    6. If biometrics remain unavailable
      • Sign in using PIN or password and continue using that method.
      • Submit feedback via Feedback Hub describing the issue and device model so it can be investigated.

    For temporary lockouts after many failed biometric attempts, sign in once using PIN or password; this is required to make biometric sign-in available again.


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