Windows Login: Stuck in a loop forcing "Set up my PIN" at every sign-in

Try these steps in order:

1. On the sign-in screen, look for Sign-in options.
   • If available, switch from PIN to Password and sign in with the account password.
   • If the device uses a Microsoft account, use that Microsoft account password.
2. If the sign-in screen shows I forgot my password or I forgot my PIN, use that link directly from the sign-in screen.
   • For PIN problems, reset the PIN.
   • For password problems, reset the password.
3. If the PIN setup keeps reappearing after updates or security changes, try creating the PIN again.
   • Windows Hello PIN issues can happen after security updates or system changes.
   • If PIN creation fails, sign out and sign back in, then try creating the PIN again.
4. Restart the device again, but if updates are pending, use Update and restart.
   • This can clear temporary sign-in issues and complete any pending update state.
5. After signing in successfully, go to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options to manage or recreate the PIN.
   • Keyboard path: press Windows logo key + I > Accounts > Sign-in options.

If the loop continues and password sign-in is not available, use the Windows sign-in recovery articles for the exact sign-in method that is failing:

• Forgot your PIN
• Change or reset your Windows password
• Forgot your Microsoft account password

References:

• User Account Access in Windows
• Windows Hello common issues and troubleshooting tips
• Troubleshoot Problems Signing In to Windows
• Use a screen reader to navigate sign in options in Windows