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Optimize Your Outlook Account By Being Passwordless

We all have many accounts and IDs on different channels. To keep them all safe from hacking, we always try to use new passwords on distinct platforms. But don't you ever find remembering hundreds and thousands of passwords difficult? Well, if yes, then don't worry. With your Outlook account, you don't have to remember your password. As it provides you with the option to log in to your account via face or fingerprint recognition even on your PC. This gives you a more secure way to access your account without fear of stealing it. Hence, this guide will help you learn how to enable the fingerprint or face recognition feature in your Microsoft Outlook account. 

Configure Face or Fingerprint Recognition on Your PC for Microsoft Outlook Account 

Instead of using a password, Microsoft allows you other alternative methods to log in to your Outlook account, which is more secure and safer than your password-entering method. You can enable your alternative method to sign in to your account in the following easy and simple steps:

  • Open your Outlook account on your Desktop.
  • Go to your "Account" setting.
  • Make click on "Ways to sign in"
  • Outlook offers three alternative login methods for opening your account, including face recognition, fingerprint, and setting a PIN.
  • Select a way as per your suitability and select the option of "Set Up".
  • Follow the other instructions you have been given and complete your Outlook account configuration.

NoteTo sign in to your account via face recognition, a compatible camera is required, and to sign in with a fingerprint, a fingerprint reader must be attached to your system. You can connect them separately via USB if your system doesn't support either.  

Why am I not able to Enable My Touch ID Sensor with Outlook?

There can be many reasons that your sensor does not work while you try to enable your fingerprint. Some of the common mistakes that can restrict you from using the fingerprint in your Outlook account can be seen as follows:

  • Make sure that your touch ID sensor is dry and clean.
  • You should have to cover the sensor completely with your fingers.
  • Don't remove your finger too quickly, or don't move your finger around.
  • If you use a screen protector, ensure it doesn't cover your sensor.
  • Try enrolling a different finger.

What issues can Stop me from enabling my Face ID Recognition with Outlook?

Set up your Face ID recognition with your Outlook account can be problematic because of the following common reasons:

  • Make sure that your system supports face IDs.
  • Ensure that nothing is between your face and the camera.
  • Confirm that your camera is clean.
  •  Restart your device. 

Conclusion

By now, you should be able to open your Outlook account in a perfect and relaxing way. However, if you still face some difficulties and wonder, "How can I get help with my Hotmail or Outlook account?" then you don't have to fret as you can always reach Microsoft Outlook at 1-877-696-7786 and ask their customer support team to help you any issues fo yours with them.