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Problem with PIN Availability in Safe Mode
Hey Everyone,
Encountering an issue when trying to enter safe mode on Windows - a prompt appears stating "Your PIN is unavailable due to an error." Clicking on the "Set up my PIN" option yields no results. Any suggestions on resolving this obstacle and regaining access to safe mode would be greatly appreciated.
P.S. - I am able to access Windows without issues in the "normal" mode.
If your PIN is unavailable in Safe Mode, try these fixes:
- Use Your Password – Safe Mode may not support PIN login. Click "Sign-in options" and use your Microsoft or local account password instead.
- Enable PIN in Safe Mode – Boot into normal mode, open Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options, and temporarily disable then re-enable PIN.
- Reset PIN – In normal mode, go to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options > Windows Hello PIN, and reset it.
- Try Safe Mode with Networking – This mode may allow PIN sign-in if network services are needed.
Now, let’s talk about this “Safe Mode.” You know they name it “Safe Mode,” but I feel like it should more accurately be called “Let’s Make Things Infuriating.” It’s the tech version of the “other side of the pillow.” I mean, I’m just trying to troubleshoot here. I should be able to breathe easy, but instead, I'm stuck in some digital limbo!
