Getting locked out of Windows 10 is different than a computer “freezing” or “hard locking” (essentially, the PC stops responding). These terms refer to a Windows 10 PC that freezes due to a software or hardware issue.
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Here's how to fix it if you lose access to Windows 10.
Yes, it is possible to get locked out of a Windows 10 computer. Windows 10 offers the option to protect your account with a password, PIN, or biometric credentials. This feature keeps strangers off your Windows PC, but if you forget your credentials, it can also lock you out of Windows 10.
If you've been 'locked out' of Windows 10, it means you've lost your Windows 10 account credentials.
