Reset Pass Windows 10 from the Login Screen

Reset Pass Windows 10 from the Login Screen is easier to understand when the core ideas are paired with practical examples. The sections below explain the topic clearly, highlight useful steps, and point out details that can prevent common errors.

Have you ever changed your Microsoft account password and then "forgotten" forgotten? So how do I log in to my computer when I have forgotten my Windows 10 password ? Previously, you had to do a lot of complicated things to be able to log back in Windows, but with Fall Creators Update 1709, you can now restore your password directly from the lock screen.

This feature is added to Windows 10 Fall Creators Update to help users easily use the lock screen. When you upgrade to Fall Creators Update version, you will see just below the password field in the lock screen, there will be a new option 'I forgot my password'.

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This option will take you to another screen to help you recover your password. This is similar to what you experience on any other website in general and Microsoft's website in particular. You need to login email id and captcha code to continue.

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In the next step, you need to select one of the recovery options that are specified when creating an account such as an alternate email address, phone number or security questions.

Once you have the recovery option, wait until you get a one-time password (also known as OTP authentication code). Enter the password and once verified, you can create a new password.

The whole process is extremely simple and fast. However, make sure that your computer is connected to the Internet when performing the above operations.

Restore PIN in Windows 10

If you use a PIN to log in to Windows but forget it, follow the instructions below:

First, you need to enter the password for your Microsoft account and wait until you receive the OTP authentication code. Once verified, you can directly change your PIN and use a new PIN to login.

For Local Accounts, recovery options will not be available. Only users with a Microsoft Account can recover passwords and PINs from the lock screen.

The password recovery feature from the lock screen in Windows 10 is extremely useful for all users and is one of the most requested features in Windows.