Guide | How To Increase Login Security with a Microsoft Account PIN (Windows 10)

[Ink]

There are various advantages and disadvantages to both types of Local and Microsoft accounts, but people wanting to use their Microsoft account (Outlook/MSN/Live account). You can secure your Windows 10 devices using a PIN.

Remember that this PIN is unique to your Windows 10 device.

"Unlike passwords, which you use to access all sorts of accounts, your PIN is unique to this device. The PIN is useless to distant hackers."​

I recommend using a 6 or more digit PIN.

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[frogboy]

This sounds like a very good idea, i am doing it. Thanks for the tip.

 

[Deleted member 178]

Did it since the first release of Win10