How to Change Your Windows 11 Password and PIN

Changing Your Password

• Open Settings
• Click the Start button (Windows logo in the bottom left corner)
• Click on "Settings" (it looks like a gear icon)
• Go to Sign-in OptionsClick on "Accounts" in the left sidebar
• Click on "Sign-in options"
• Change Your PasswordFind the section labeled "Password"
• Click on it to expand the options
• Click the "Change" button
• Enter your current password when asked
• Type your new password, then type it again to confirm
• Add a password hint that will help you remember it (but don't make it too obvious!)
• Click "Next" and then "Finish"

Changing Your PIN

1. Open Settings (if you closed it)

• Click the Start button
• Click on "Settings"
• Go to Sign-in OptionsClick on "Accounts" in the left sidebar
• Click on "Sign-in options"
• Change Your PINFind the section labeled "PIN (Windows Hello)"
• Click on it to expand the options
• Click the "Change PIN" button
• Enter your current PIN
• Type your new PIN (it must be at least 4 numbers)
• Type the new PIN again to confirm
• Click "OK"

Important Tips:

• Make sure you remember your new password and PIN before closing the Settings window
• Write them down and keep them in a safe place if needed
• Your PIN is usually easier and faster to use for daily login
• Your password is important for other security features, so keep both secure



That's it! Your password and PIN are now updated.