Set Up Fingerprint Recognition on Windows 11

This article explains how to add a fingerprint to an account and log into Windows 11.

Windows 11 enables you to sign in using your fingerprint, provided that your device supports biometric authentication. To do this, your PC must have a fingerprint sensor or reader. If your computer does not come with a built-in fingerprint reader, you can purchase an external reader and connect it via USB to use this feature.

You can use any finger to create a fingerprint profile. Remember that you’ll need to use the same finger each time you wish to log in to Windows 11.

Windows fingerprint recognition is a feature of Windows Hello that provides secure sign-in options. Users can sign in to Windows using a picture password, PIN, or facial recognition.

How to set up fingerprint and sign into Windows 11

Fingerprint recognition is a feature that allows you to sign in to your PC with your fingerprint. You don’t remember complex passwords anymore. Use your finger to sign in to your PC.

Windows 11 has a centralized location for the majority of its settings. Everything can be done, from system configurations to creating new users and updating Windows from its System Settings pane.

To get to System Settings, you can use the Windows key + I shortcut or click on Start ==> Settings, as shown in the image below:

Alternatively, you can use the search box on the taskbar and search for Settings. Then select to open it.

In Windows Settings, click on Accounts and select Sign-in options from the right pane of your screen, as shown in the image below.

On the Sign-in options settings pane, select Fingerprint recognition (Windows Hello) to expand and click Set up as highlighted below.

Next, it follows the onscreen instructions to scan your fingerprint and set up your account. You’ll be prompted to enter your current password or PIN if you set up a PIN password.

On the next screen, Windows will prompt you to begin swiping the finger you wish to use for logging in on the fingerprint reader or sensor until it captures a complete reading of your print.

After Windows successfully reads the print from the first finger, you will see a confirmation message with an option to add prints from other fingers if you wish to include more.

Click Finish to complete the setup.

To sign in to Windows, scan the correct finger over the reader for access to your computer.

That should do it!

Conclusion:

• Setting up fingerprint recognition in Windows 11 enhances security and convenience.
• Users can log in without complex passwords simply by using their fingerprints.
• Using the same finger each time is important for a smooth login experience.
• Windows Hello integrates fingerprint recognition with other sign-in options, providing flexibility in access methods.
• Remember to maintain your fingerprint reader for optimal performance and user experience.