Description: This article will show how to change your Microsoft account password within Windows 10.

1. Go to the Start menu and select Settings.
   
2. Select Accounts.
   
3. Select Sign-in options.
   
4. Under Password, select Change. If there is a PIN setup with the account, enter the correct PIN to continue. If there is not a PIN set up, continue to next step.
   
   
5. Re-enter the current account password to continue.
   
6. When changing to a new password, verify the old password one more time, then create and re-type the new password. The new password must meet the following criteria:
   
   • Password must be at least 8 Characters in length
   • Must contain at least one uppercase and lowercase letter
   • Optional: Numbers and symbols (ex. !, @, $)
   
7. Once the new password has been created, Windows will confirm the change. Once completed, all future logins will require the updated password.