windows-itpro-docs/windows/security/identity-protection/hello-for-business/reset-security-key.md

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Reset-security-key	Windows 10 and Windows 11 enables users to sign in to their device using a security key. How to reset a security key	11/14/2018	✅ <a href=https://learn.microsoft.com/windows/release-health/supported-versions-windows-client target=_blank>Windows 10 and later</a>	article

How to reset a Microsoft-compatible security key?

Warning

Some information relates to pre-released product that may change before it is commercially released. Microsoft makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to the information provided here.

Important

This operation will wipe everything from your security key and reset it to factory defaults.
All data and credentials will be cleared.

A Microsoft-compatible security key can be reset via Settings app (Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options > Security key).
Follow the instructions in the Settings app and look for specific instructions based on your security key manufacturer below:

Security key manufacturer	Reset instructions
Yubico	USB: Remove and reinsert the security key. When the LED on the security key begins flashing, touch the metal contact NFC: Tap the security key on the reader
Feitian	Touch the blinking fingerprint sensor twice to reset the key
HID	Tap the card on the reader twice to reset it

Note

The steps to reset your security key may vary based on the security key manufacturer.
If your security key is not listed here, please reach out to your security key manufacturer for reset instructions.