Setting Up Windows Hello PIN (Windows Hello for Business)

Summary

Step-by-step guide on how to set a PIN up for Windows Hello for Business for university owned devices.

Body

Question

How do I set up a PIN for Windows Hello for Business (WHFB)? (University Owned)
 

Preface

Windows Hello is a secure sign-in method built into Windows that lets you access your device using a PIN, fingerprint, or facial recognition. A PIN is the most common option and is required before you can enable biometrics.

What you need before you start:

  • University owned, domain-joined device.
  • You are signed in with a Microsoft account or work/school account.
  • Your device is running Windows 10 or Windows 11.

Answer

Setting Up Windows Hello PIN:

Click HERE for a video representation of the procedure. 

  1. On your Windows task bar Search field, enter Sign-in OptionsWindows task bar Search field with Sign-in options entered.
  2. Select the drop-down for PIN (Windows Hello) and select Set Up.Set up button circled.
  3. Select OK.OK button circled on the Use Windows Hello with your account window.
  4. Follow authentication steps.Authentication page.
  5. Enter your PIN into the New PIN and Confirm PIN fields. Select OK when finished.
    NOTE: Your PIN must be at least 8 characters long and include both numbers and letters. Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)
  6. Your PIN has been created. Click OK to finish.All set window displayed with the OK button circled.

For Additional Assistance

To view the article about signing in using Windows Hello PIN, click HERE

If you need further assistance, please reach out to your Help Desk.

Details

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Article ID: 2624
Created
Wed 7/8/26 5:58 PM
Modified
Mon 7/20/26 9:09 AM

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