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# How do I create or change my 4-digit code?

### What is the 4-digit code used for?

The 4-digit code (PIN code) makes it easy to identify yourself on the **Steeple TV screens**. Instead of entering an email and password on the touchscreen, you just enter your 4-digit code.

It is also used to **activate an account that logs in with a username** : this employee receives a temporary code from their administrator, entered instead of the password at the first login. They then set their password and their own 4-digit code, which replaces the one provided by the administrator.

### Create or modify your PIN code

#### During registration

The PIN code is offered at step 3 of the onboarding journey after the first login. It is optional and can be skipped — except for an account whose login identifier is a username, where it is mandatory to complete activation, whether or not a contact email is provided.

#### From settings

Go to **Settings** > **Account** > **4-digit code**.

1. Click the edit button
2. Confirm your identity
3. Enter a 4-digit code (digits 0 to 9 only)
4. Confirm

### Use on TV screens

On a Steeple TV screen, a numeric keypad appears to enter the code:

* Type the 4 digits on the visual keypad
* The entry is hidden by default (displays `*`)
* An eye-shaped button lets you show the digits
* The code is automatically validated once the 4 digits are entered
* In case of an error, the field turns red

### What the assistant can do

The assistant cannot create or modify a user's PIN code. It can explain how to access it from settings.