Cannot login to Windows 10, 11? Fix it now!
In this article you will find out:
- how to deal with this issue
- how to protect your data
Are you ready? Let's read!
About this issue
One of the most annoying problems with Windows 10, 11 is the inability to log into the operating system. If this happens you cannot access your files or applications. On the screen, you can see the following error options:
- Windows 10, 11 cannot log into your account
- Windows 10, 11 cannot log in with a Microsoft account
- Windows 10, 11 cannot log in with a password
- Windows 10, 11 cannot log in after updating
- Windows 10, 11 cannot go to the screen logging in
We suggest using one of the following methods to be able to log in without hindrance.
Cannot login to Windows 10, 11?
Examine input
Once you enter the system, click on the "Accessibility" icon in the lower-right corner. Activate the on-screen keyboard and use the mouse to enter the password and try logging in again.
Enter your password very carefully, as some characters and numbers may be assigned to different keys.
Alternatively, you can always try using a different keyboard with a different character arrangement.
If this solution didn't work, go to the next solution to Windows 10 login issues.
Check the network
If you change your Microsoft account password in your web browser, it is possible that your computer has not registered a new password yet. This situation can happen due to the lack of access to the Internet.
Therefore, check your internet connection again and try to log in again.
Use Safe Mode
Start your computer in Safe Mode, this will help you not only log in, but also determine the cause of the problem.
So, restart your computer while holding down the SHIFT button, this will open the Advanced Startup menu. Then go to the Troubleshoot section, open Advanced Options and select Startup Options. Now click the "Restart" button and a window with different startup options will appear.
To select "Enable safe mode with loading network drivers", you need to press the function key (F5 or F8, depending on the manufacturer of the computer). Now you can log into the system without any problems, albeit in safe mode.
Make sure you're using local account
If the previous methods didn't work, use a local account.
To do this, open the "Settings" application, go to the Accounts section. On the Your Information tab, click Log in with a local account and enter your password. Next, enter the username for your local account, click Next, and then the Sign Out and Finish button.
You can now log in with your local account.
Windows 10 login problems can corrupt or even delete data
In this case, you are faced with a difficult task - to recover the data, if, of course, they are important to you.
Only a professional and reliable file recovery application - DiskInternals Partition Recovery - can fulfill such a demanding and complex task.
This application works with all known file systems, even if they are damaged and not readable at all. But don't worry if you have other reasons for data loss (accidental deletion, virus attack, etc.), the app will handle any serious cases.
This statement is based on many years of experience (over 15 years) and positive feedback from regular grateful customers.
The program recovers audio, photos, documents, mail, videos and more with the same accuracy up to 1 PB of data. The Recovery Wizard selects the most appropriate course of action by sequentially analyzing the search criteria you specified.
The program is available for free in an advertising version with all options, except for exporting data to another data source (this requires a licensed version of the application).
Now start loading DiskInternals Partition Recovery, after which the recovery wizard will start automatically:
- Click the disk you want to scan.
- Select format of the file you want to recover - this step is used as you wish.
- Click Scan.
This is followed by viewing the found files marked with a red cross (free function).
As mentioned above, export is possible with a license that can be purchased online from the website, right at your workplace. The Export Wizard will guide you to easily complete your data recovery session.
Work with OS
Install available Windows updates. This is usually done by restarting the computer and the changes will take effect.
You can also perform a System Restore: start restarting your computer and simultaneously hold down the SHIFT button.
In the Advanced Startup dialog box, go to troubleshooting.
Next, select System Restore and open the latest restore point. Follow the further instructions on the screen to complete the process system restore.
If you don't have recovery currents available, try resetting Windows.
In the Settings app, go to Update & Security and click on the Recovery button. Go to Reset This PC and select Get Started. Click Leave your personal files and start a system reset.
After that, you will be able to log into your account without any problems.
Look for malware
Perhaps your computer is infected with a virus, then it may be the culprit of the error. Then you should boot into Safe Mode and scan your system for viruses using built-in or third-party antivirus solutions.
After such a scan, you will most likely be able to log back into your computer normally.
SFC
This built-in tool helps to deal with various system-related problems. At the command prompt as administrator, type the following command and press Enter on your keyboard: sfc/scannow. Wait for the process to complete and then restart your operating system, then check if the "I can’t log into my computer Windows 10, 11" problem still persists.
Good luck!