How to Change Purchase Sign-in Settings in Microsoft Store

This guide explains how to change your purchase settings in the Microsoft Store app on Windows 11. You can choose whether or not you want to type your password every time you buy something.

Why This Matters

The Microsoft Store app is built into Windows. It is how you find and install apps, games, and movies. By default, the store asks for your password for every purchase. This stops other people from buying things on your computer without your permission.

You might want to turn this off if you are the only person using your computer and you want to buy items quickly. Changing this setting only affects the computer you are currently using.

How to Change Purchase Sign-in Settings

Note: You do not need admin privileges to change these settings, but you must be signed in to your account.

1. Open Your Profile: Open the open the Microsoft Store app and click on your profile icon near the search box.

2. Find Purchase Sign-in: In the menu that appears, look for the Settings option and select Purchase sign-in.

3. Turn the Setting On or Off: Use the switch to change your preference.
   • On: You will need to enter your PIN or password to buy anything.
   • Off: You can buy items without typing your password.

What Happens When Done

Once you finish these steps, your computer will remember your choice for future purchases. If you turned the setting off, buying apps is faster. If you turned it on, your account is more secure because a password is required for every transaction.

For more help, visit Microsoft Support.

Summary

The Purchase sign-in setting allows you to control password requirements in the Microsoft Store. You can find this in your Profile settings. Turning it off makes shopping faster, while turning it on adds a layer of security to your account. This change is local to your current device only.