Windows 10 provides a password reveal button whenever a user types a password. This is used to recheck the password if it is correct or not. It is a very useful feature for users that have a long or complicated password. However, some security concerned users would not like this feature on their system. In some cases, like when a user types a password but leaves the system in an emergency before entering, this can reveal your password to other users. Therefore, some users would want this feature disabled on their system. In this article, we will show you methods through which you can disable this feature in your Windows.

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Password Reveal Button

In the Windows password screen, the reveal button will appear next to the submit button. Users can also mistakenly click on the reveal button in place of the submit button. There are many different reasons due to which users will want this option to be disabled. Most users don’t even use this feature as they just type the password again if it is not correct rather than check it through this feature. We have included two methods below through which users can disable the password reveal button on their system.

Disable Password Reveal Button through the Local Group Policy Editor

The first method is by using the already existing policy setting in the Local Group Policy Editor. You just need to enable the policy setting to remove the password reveal button. Follow the below guide to make it work.

The Local Group Policy Editor isn’t available for Windows Home Editions . Skip this method if you are using Windows Home Edition.

Note : This policy setting can be found in both Computer and User categories of the Local Group Policy Editor. Both will have the same path, but only the different categories (Computer Configuration or User Configuration). We will be using the one under the Computer category, but you can choose the one that you want.

  1. Open a Run dialog by pressing the Windows + R keys together on your keyboard. Then type “ gpedit.msc ” and press the Enter key to open the Local Group Policy Editor . Note : If the UAC (User Account Control) prompt appears, then choose the Yes option for it. Opening Local Group Policy Editor
  2. In the Local Group Policy Editor window, navigate to the following policy setting: Computer Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Credential User Interface Navigating to the setting
  3. Double-click on the setting named “ Do not display the password reveal button ” and it will open up in a new window. Now change the toggle from Not Configured to Enabled and click on Apply/Ok button to save the changes. Enabling the setting to disable password reveal button
  4. This will disable the password reveal button in Windows. To enable it back, simply change the toggle back to Not Configured or Disabled .

Disable Password Reveal Button through the Registry Editor

Another way to disable the password reveal button is by using the Registry Editor. This is also the only method available for Window Home users. Unlike the Local Group Policy Editor, the settings in the Registry Editor will not be available by default. Users are required to create the missing key and value for that specific setting. Follow the below steps to see how it works:

Note: The value can be created under both Local Machine or Current User. Both of them will have the same registry path, but a different registry hive (HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE or HKEY_CURRENT_USER). We will be using the Local Machine path in the below steps, but you can choose the one you want.

  1. Hold the Windows key and press R to open a Run dialog. In the box, type “ regedit ” and press the Enter key to open the Registry Editor . Choose the Yes option for the UAC (User Account Control) prompt. Opening the Registry Editor
  2. In the Registry Editor window, navigate to the following key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\CredUI
  3. If the CredUI key is missing, then simply create it by right-clicking on the Windows key and choosing New > Key . Name the key as “ CredUI ” and save it. Creating a new key
  4. Right-click on the right pane of the CredUI key and choose New > DWORD (32-Bit) Value . Name this value as “ DisablePasswordReveal “. Creating a new value
  5. Double-click on the DisablePasswordReveal value and change the value data to 1 . The value data 1 will enable the value. Changing value data to enable it
  6. After all the configurations, make sure to restart the system and let the changes take effect. To disable it back, simply change the value data back to 0 or just delete the DisablePasswordReveal value.

How to Fix “Printer is in an error state” Issue?

The “ Cannot change fingerprint or PIN ” problem in Windows 11 happens when the options to change these settings are greyed out in Settings → Accounts → Sign-in options. Even if you are the administrator, you can’t update your Windows Hello credentials. You might also see a message like “ This option is temporarily unavailable. ”

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Can’t disable PIN or Fingerprint on Windows 11

This usually happens because Windows Hello’s stored data (in the Ngc folder) is damaged or not in sync. Other reasons include security rules set by your workplace or school, connected work accounts, or restrictions set in the registry or group policy.

Now that you’re aware of the potential causes, let’s go through some steps that have helped other users fix or work around this problem:

1. Change the PIN or Fingerprint the Conventional Way

If your goal is to remove the fingerprint or PIN without setting up another sign-in method, please note that this is not possible on Windows 11.

Windows 11 requires you to have at least one Sign-in option enabled. The Remove button will remain grayed out if you only have one active sign-in method.

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Can’t disable PIN or Fingerprint on Windows 11

For example, the Remove button for your PIN will stay unavailable until you add a different sign-in option (like Facial Recognition, Fingerprint, or a Security Key).

If you want to stop using your PIN or Fingerprint, you’ll need to set up an additional way to sign in.

Below are step-by-step instructions to set up a new sign-in option and then remove your current one:

  1. Press Windows key + I to open the Settings menu in Windows 11.
  2. Inside the Settings menu, click on Accounts from the vertical menu on the left. Accessing the Accounts menu Note: If the left menu is hidden by default, click the menu button (top-left corner) to reveal it.
  3. Once in the Accounts menu, move to the right-hand section of the screen and select Sign-in options. Accessing the Sign In Options menu
  4. Now, choose which sign-in method you’d like to set as a fallback. Sign-in Options Note: Your available options depend on your device. If your PC doesn’t support facial recognition or you don’t have a security key, you can switch between PIN and fingerprint.
  5. After you pick your new sign-in method, follow the on-screen instructions to set it up.
  6. Once your second sign-in option is set, you’ll be able to click the Remove button to get rid of your previous sign-in method. You can also choose Change PIN or Change Fingerprint to update, rather than remove, your sign-in credentials. Modify the current PIN or remove one of the configured sign-in options

2. Remove PIN or Fingerprint Requirement by Using a Local Account

If you want to completely remove all sign-in options like PIN or Fingerprint, you will have to switch to a local account .

We generally don’t recommend this unless you really need to, as it can limit the functionality of some built-in Windows features (like Windows Update and the Microsoft Store).

If you still want to remove your PIN or Fingerprint sign-in, you’ll need to set up a local account with a password instead. Keep in mind, this means you’ll need to stop using your Microsoft account on your PC.

Important: This method isn’t available if you’re enrolled in the Windows Insider program.

To change from a Microsoft account with PIN or fingerprint to a local password, follow these steps:

  1. Press Windows + I to open the Settings menu in Windows 11.
  2. In the Settings menu, click on Accounts from the menu on the left. Accessing the Accounts menu Note: If you don’t see the left menu, click the menu icon (top-left corner).
  3. Inside Accounts , click on Family & other users on the right-hand side. Accessing the Family and other users tab
  4. In the Family & other users tab, check for any accounts listed under Other users. If you find any, remove them before moving on.
  5. Next, return to the main Accounts menu and click on Your info on the right. Accessing the Your Info tab
  6. Scroll down to Account Settings and click on Sign in with a local account instead . Sign in with a local account instead
  7. On the next screen, click Next .
  8. When prompted, enter your current PIN or use your fingerprint as requested. Inserting the PIN
  9. Then, you’ll be asked to create a username and password for your new local account, along with a password hint in case you forget. Configure the local account
  10. Finally, click Sign out and finish to complete the switch.