To prevent unauthorized access to your accounts, you should regularly change your password and username. It’s also advisable to enable password expiration in Windows 11 for extra security. If you don’t know how to, this article will come in handy to show you how to enable/disable password expiration.

Why should I set up password expiration in Windows 11?

You already know that having passwords on your accounts is a security measure to keep your files from unauthorized parties. However, if you use your password for too long, someone could be able to figure it out and get into your PC. Setting up password expiration in Windows 11 can help improve your computer’s security. By allowing a time limit on the password that you have set, you can keep unwanted users from accessing your computer.  Other reasons include the following: 

Prevent unauthorized changes – Password expiration helps prevent unwanted changes in your system settings or personal data by unauthorized users who have accessed the computer. Protects your PC from hackers – If you are using a complex password for your PC and don’t change it regularly, then there is a possibility that your password will be compromised by hackers, especially when your user account expires. Safeguard your privacy – Setting up password expiration will force users to change their passwords more often and make them harder to crack. This is especially helpful for anyone who uses the same password on multiple accounts.

How do I stop my Microsoft password from expiring?

Before you proceed to the following steps, ensure the next are in check:

First, make sure you’re using the official version of Windows. Ensure that your copy of Windows has been activated and you have a valid license. Verify that you don’t have a disabled user account and it’s properly functioning.

1. Use the Microsoft website

Note that this method will only work for users with active Microsoft accounts on their Windows devices. If you’re a local account user, proceed to the next two methods. SPONSORED

2. Use Computer Management

3. Use Command Prompt

How can I extend the password expiration time limit?

Although the default expiry period for local accounts is 42 days while Microsoft accounts are 72, you can extend the password expiration time limit to be less or more depending on how often you want to change your password. Follow the steps below to adjust the time limit:

1. Use Group Policy 

2. Use Command Prompt

For those who want to change their passwords regularly but have the habit of forgetting them easily, a password manager with emergency access should be a must-have. Other users prefer not to have passwords at all, so if you’re confident in the people around you and want to do away with passwords, you can enable automatic login so that you don’t have to remember passwords. If you’re interested in adding a user to a Windows server, we also have an expert article that you need to check out for all the details. Do let us know of any additional thoughts you may have on this topic down below.

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