Q: What’s Windows Hello, and should I be using it? A: If you’re like most computer users, getting into your PC involves typing in a password or maybe even a PIN. Windows Hello is akin to what most of ...

In sharp contrast with its approach to privacy, Windows 11 security is in a good place, with no major enshittification issues.

February 2026 Patch Tuesday restricts Windows credential autofill to fix a Windows Hello input injection flaw (CVE-2026-20804).

The most recent security innovation by Microsoft allows you to generate passkeys on Windows 11, which do not use passwords at all. This technology is a revolutionary authentication tool that involves ...

If you have a Windows Hello-compatible device with facial recognition, such as the Surface Pro 11 or a third-party webcam with an IR scanner, you might encounter a problem with biometric ...

Microsoft Edge is removing its custom primary password option, automatically transitioning users to Windows Hello.

Update: In addition to this Passkeys guide, Microsoft also added guides related to VBS and TPM-powered ESS and passwordless sign-in via MSA. Earlier today, Microsoft published a new support document ...