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My computer does not show the "show password" option in Windows or web credentials. What happened?

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In order for you to save your passwords, you must have a Windows password and a PIN set up. They would be used to unlock your Windows credentials.

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In the password line, I do not have the "Show" link. Why is that?

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You cannot view the password for Windows credentials. You can edit the credential to have the correct password, though.

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How to find my user password? I didn't set up any passwords on my device but it required password to see.

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Try your Microsoft account password. Make sure to use the main Microsoft account password. If you use an offline account, try asking the Windows community.

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I was asked to put in a user name and password. What is the user name of my computer? I log in my computer with my \MS account and pin. I don't know what the password is.

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Try your Microsoft account password. Make sure to use the main Microsoft account password. If you use an offline account, try asking the Windows community.

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