As computer users, we understand the importance of security in protecting our devices from unwanted/unauthorized access and keeping our work secluded and safe. Hence, we accept that most of what we do ...

The security of our personal devices is more important than ever. Donna, a resident of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, reached out with a distressing situation that many of us might find all too relatable.

You may use two passwords regularly on your Android phone: your lock screen pin or password and your Google Account password. Your lock screen pin or password grants ...

If you don’t know how to perform a password reset in Windows 10, we’re here to help you. And, if you’ve ever lost or forgotten your password, you know how infuriating that can be. But, it doesn’t have ...

In this guide we’ll explain what to do if you forget your Android password, pin or pattern. Our smartphones and tablets are very secure these days especially with the rise of fingerprint scanners. As ...

While I can’t say I’ve ever forgotten the password or PIN for my phone, I totally get how it’s possible. People forget things. It happens. While I can’t say I’ve ever forgotten the password or PIN for ...

Zach was an Author at Android Police from January 2022 to June 2025. He specialized in Chromebooks, Android smartphones, Android apps, smart home devices, and Android services. Zach loves unique and ...

Standard users are required to enter the current PIN or password for the drive to change the BitLocker PIN or BitLocker password. If a user enters an incorrect ...

Those of you who create a PIN to back up your password in Windows probably rely on a standard 4-digit number, but did you know that you can create a longer and more complex PIN? You can devise a PIN ...

Setting up a PIN for your Android phone or tablet provides a basic level of security. Even if you opt for a fingerprint reader to unlock your device, Android will still require a PIN as a backup ...