Windows 10: I forgot my password and my fingerprint option went missing after I changed my PIN.

I wanted to change my password and PIN because I forgot about it. I managed to use the fingerprint option to sign in and I have successfully change my PIN. But then my laptop went in sleep mode and when I tried to log in again my fingerprint option is gone, and the new PIN I just created isn't working and they told me it's not available, but I forgot my password as well but the only option I can sign in right now is to use my password. However, after many attempts, they locked me out. Is there any way to log in again?

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PIN + Fingerprint but no password option?


Preinstalled OS on new laptop w/fingerprint reader. Starting the machine I was prompted for a PIN and then my fingerprint but not a (the) password that I use on my Win7 machine and is required for various installed programs and the home network. I must be blind but Settings/Accounts/Sign-in Options is all for my MS account not the machine.

Nothing under Settings/Privacy or /Updates and Security.

Okay, I'll bite, where is 'give this OS a password' hidden?

Mark

 

Missing Pin Option in Sign-In Options Menu

The 'I forgot my PIN' option allows me to change my PIN, but the PIN change option is still missing in my Sign-In options. Trying the steps in the link provided doesn't cause this option to appear. Is it a bug in my OS?

 

Windows 11 forgot PIN, no password option

Good afternoon.

This morning, I attempted to login to my laptop, but realized I had forgotten my PIN (I usually use the fingerprint scanner). I tried several times, but none of the PINs were correct. Because I’ve tried too many times, there is no “forgot PIN” option anymore. When I click the sign in options, there is also no option to enter a password. Thus, I am stuck with no way into my computer. Is there a way to remedy this?

Thanks,

Will