To remove the Windows PIN (Windows Hello) login option, follow these steps:

  • Press + I to open "Settings";

  • Go to "Accounts" - "Sign-in options";

    Or open it directly via shortcut: Sign-in options

    Remove Windows PIN login option
    Remove Windows PIN Login Option
  • Select "PIN (Windows Hello)";

    Remove Windows PIN login option
    The Remove button is disabled
  • If the "Remove this sign-in option" button is disabled and cannot be clicked, first turn off "Other settings" - "For enhanced security, allow only Microsoft account on this device to use Windows Hello login";

    Remove Windows PIN login option
    Disable Windows Hello login for added security
  • Close "Settings" and reopen it following the steps again; now the "Remove" button will be activated;

    Remove Windows PIN login option
    Activate the Remove button
  • Click the "Remove" button, and the system will ask you to confirm if you want to delete the PIN:

    Removing the PIN will disable face or fingerprint recognition;

    Remove Windows PIN login option
    Final Confirmation