Something happened and your PIN isn't available Error in Windows 10 Fix

1. Reset PIN

1. Open the Settings app (Win+I keyboard shortcut).
2. Go to the Accounts group of settings.
3. Select the Sign-in options tab.
4. Select Windows Hello PIN.
5. Click I forgot my PIN.
6. Enter the current PIN, and then enter a new PIN.
7. Click OK.
8. The new PIN will be accepted the next time you unlock your system.

1. Why is my PIN not available Windows 10?
2. Why is my Microsoft PIN not working?
3. How do I fix my Microsoft PIN?
4. How do I log into Windows 10 without a pin?
5. How do you fix something happened and your PIN isn't available?
6. How do I boot up in safe mode?
7. What is the default PIN for Windows 10?
8. How do I reset my pin on Windows 10?
9. How do I reset my PIN?
10. Why is Microsoft asking for a PIN?
11. Why can't I change my Windows pin?
12. Can I start Windows 10 without a password?
13. How do I get rid of sign-in on Windows 10?

Why is my PIN not available Windows 10?

Some users report that they are unable to sign into Windows 10 using a PIN. The screen displays the message "Your pin is no longer available due to a change to the security settings on this device. You can set up your pin again by going to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options."

Why is my Microsoft PIN not working?

If PIN is not working, that could be due to problems with your user account. Your user account might be corrupted and that can cause this problem to appear. To fix the issue, you need to convert your Microsoft account to a local account. ... After doing that, the problem with your PIN should be resolved.

How do I fix my Microsoft PIN?

Note: The PIN you use to access your device is different from your Microsoft account password. If you need to reset your Microsoft account password, go to account.microsoft.com, select Sign in and follow the instructions. Next, select Your info > Profile > Change your password > Change and then follow the instructions.

How do I log into Windows 10 without a pin?

Follow the below steps.

1. Open the Settings, and click/tap on the Accounts icon. ...
2. Select Sign-in options, and click/tap on I forgot my PIN.
3. Click/tap on Continue.
4. Leave the PIN fields empty, and click/tap on Cancel.
5. Your PIN will now be removed.

How do you fix something happened and your PIN isn't available?

If you see the Something happened and your PIN isn't available message when you're trying to sign in, try these fixes.
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Sign in either with the new PIN or with the password to your Microsoft account.

1. Reset PIN. ...
2. Manually delete and set PIN. ...
3. Reset password for account. ...
4. Run Startup repair.

How do I boot up in safe mode?

Starting Your Phone in Safe Mode

First, completely power off the phone. Then, power on the phone and when the Samsung logo appears, press and hold down the Volume Down key. If done correctly, "Safe Mode" will display on the bottom left corner of the screen.

What is the default PIN for Windows 10?

The default option for a PIN is four digits, but you can use a longer one. Remember not to use anything someone might easily guess, like your birthday. Once you've created a PIN, you can always switch back to using a password by clicking the Sign-On options button on the screen where you enter your credentials.

How do I reset my pin on Windows 10?

To reset the Windows Pin for Windows 10 machine, go to Setting –> Accounts –> Sign-in Options and click on I forgot my PIN. Once you click on “I forgot my PIN”, the new page “Are you sure you forgot your PIN” will get opened and you need to click on continue button to proceed further.

How do I reset my PIN?

Recover your PIN if you forget it.
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Forget your PIN?

1. Open the Google Admin app . Set up now.
2. On the Enter Google PIN screen, tap Forgot PIN?.
3. Sign in to your administrator account and follow the steps to change the PIN.

Why is Microsoft asking for a PIN?

If you signed in to Windows 10 using your Microsoft account, the Xbox app will take the credentials you've used to sign in. There's a possibility that the PIN code you're asked to enter is the PIN code of your Windows 10 user account.

Why can't I change my Windows pin?

Make sure you're connected to the internet, so the change syncs to your Microsoft account. Select Start > Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options. Select Windows Hello PIN > Change and then follow the instructions. You will need to know and enter your old PIN in order to change to a new one.

Can I start Windows 10 without a password?

Press the Windows and R keys on the keyboard to open the Run box and enter “netplwiz.” Press the Enter key. In the User Accounts window, select your account and uncheck the box next to “Users must enter a user name and password to use this computer.” Click the Apply button.

How do I get rid of sign-in on Windows 10?

Step 1: Open PC settings.

1. Step 2: Click Users and accounts.
2. Step 3: Open Sign-in options and tap the Change button under Password.
3. Step 4: Enter the current password and click Next.
4. Step 5: Directly tap Next to continue.
5. Step 6: Choose Finish.