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Sweetufferable
Dec 31, 2025Iron Contributor
How to set picture password as the default Windows11 login method
Desktop PCs running Windows 10 default to unlocking with picture passwords, but after setting up Windows 11 on a new laptop, it often reverts to a standard password after restarting. How can I perman...
AsherReed
Jan 04, 2026Iron Contributor
Set the Picture Password as the Default Sign-in Method
Step 1: Open Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options.
Step 2: Under Sign-in options, locate Picture password.
Step 3: Click Set up if it's not already configured.
Step 4: Make sure Require sign-in is set to When PC wakes up from sleep or Never (if you prefer to sign in automatically).