@sharonbutcher07, Welcome to HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.
I'm sorry to hear that, hope you are doing well now. If you’ve forgotten your PIN, you can reset it by following these steps:
Option 1: Reset Your PIN (If You Can Access Your Microsoft Account)
- On the login screen, click "I forgot my PIN".
- Follow the prompts to verify your identity using your Microsoft account credentials.
- Set a new PIN.
Option 2: Reset Password Using Safe Mode (If Option 1 Doesn’t Work)
- Turn off your laptop.
- Turn it on and force shut down (hold the power button) when the HP logo appears. Repeat three times until you reach the Advanced Startup menu.
- Select Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > Startup Settings > Restart.
- When the options appear, press F4 to enable Safe Mode.
- Log in using your Microsoft password (if your account is linked).
- Change the PIN in Settings > Accounts > Sign-in Options.
Option 3: Reset the PC (Last Resort)
If you do not remember your Microsoft account password or the above steps don’t work:
- On the login screen, click "Restart" while holding Shift to enter Advanced Startup.
- Go to Troubleshoot > Reset this PC.
- Choose Keep my files (or Remove everything if needed).
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day.
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