How to Set Up Windows 11 Fingerprint Sign-in

Fingerprint sign-in in Windows 11 lets you log into your computer using just your fingerprint. This feature is part of Windows Hello, which provides a quick and secure way to access your device.

Windows Hello offers several sign-in options, including a PIN, face recognition, or your fingerprint. To set up fingerprint sign-in, you must first create a PIN for your account.

Having a fingerprint sensor, either built into your PC or connected externally, allows you to skip typing your password. Your PIN is tied to your specific device and can be recovered through your Microsoft account.

Here’s How:

Setting up windows 11 fingerprint sign-in is straightforward. You’ll need to open your computer’s Settings menu and navigate to the sign-in options. Once there, you can choose to add fingerprint recognition as a quick and secure way to log into your account.

1. Open Settings. You can do this by pressing the ⊞ Win+I on your keyboard.

   

2. On the left side, click Accounts. Then, on the right side, click Sign-in options.

   

3. Under the section titled Ways to sign in, click on Fingerprint recognition (Windows Hello) to see more options.

   

4. Click the Set up button next to Sign in with Windows, apps, and services.
5. Click Get started.

   

6. Enter your account’s PIN to confirm it’s you.

   

7. Place the finger you want to use on the fingerprint sensor. Follow the on-screen instructions until it’s finished.

   

8. When you are ready, click Next.
9. Place the finger you want to use on the fingerprint sensor again. Follow the on-screen instructions until it’s finished.

   

10. When you see the message “All set”, click Close.
11. You can now close the Settings ⚙️ window if you wish.
    

Summary

To set up windows 11 fingerprint sign-in, start by going to Settings, then Accounts, and finally Sign-in options. Look for ‘Fingerprint recognition (Windows Hello)’ and click the ‘Set up’ button. You’ll be asked for your PIN, and then you’ll scan your finger on the reader until it’s all done.