I received an answer , I followed the instructions, but the options don't exist on my computer.
how to remove start up password on windows 10
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adam rosenbach
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the start up password requirenment plays up and I like to remove it. Moved from: Microsoft Security | Microsoft Defender | Other
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Windows Hello, lock screen and sign-in
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EmilyS726 187.3K Reputation points Independent Advisor2025-11-12T23:49:23.72+00:00 Hello,
Can you tell me, which options don't exist on your computer?
Is it one of the followings, or both?
Settings > Accounts > Sign in options, scroll down to mid page, Make sure "For improved security, only allow Windows Hello Sign-in for Microsoft accounts on this device (Recommended). " is turned OFF.
OR
Type netplwiz in the search on the taskbar and press enter, select your user, uncheck "user must enter a username and password to use this computer" box
If that's the case, can you hold down Win+R keys, type in regedit in the search on the taskbar to launch Registry Editor, then go to this path:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\PasswordLess\Device
And share a screenshot please. Thanks!!