Windows 12.1 Pro Setup

Welcome to Windows 12.1 Pro

Let's get your new operating system ready. Choose how you want to start:

Set up as new

Experience a fresh installation of Windows 12.1 Pro

Restore or repair

Recover from a backup or troubleshoot your existing installation

Choose your edition

Windows 12.1 Pro

Advanced features for power users, businesses, and creators

Windows 12.1 Home

Perfect for everyday use and home entertainment

Windows 12.1 Enterprise

Robust solutions for large organizations and complex environments

Personalize your experience

Pick a profile picture:

Profile 1
Profile 2
Profile 3

Unlock with a glance

Set up Windows Hello Face for secure and instant sign-in. (Optional)

Camera Preview Looking for your face...

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Privacy at a glance

Windows uses your activity to customize recommendations and content.
Helps us improve Windows and fix issues more effectively.
Apps can access your precise location when you allow them.
Receive more relevant ads in apps and websites.

Review your choices

Edition: Windows 12.1 Pro

Username: User

Profile Picture: Profile Picture

Windows Hello Face: Skipped

Privacy Settings: Customized

You can change these settings later in Windows Settings.

Getting everything ready

Just a moment...

Recovery Options

Reset this PC

Reinstall Windows, keeping your personal files.

Your documents and personal data will be preserved, but installed apps and settings will be removed.

Fresh start

Perform a clean installation of Windows.

All files, apps, and settings will be removed. This is like a brand new Windows installation.

Advanced startup

Access advanced troubleshooting options.

Boot from a device, change Windows startup settings, or restore Windows from a system image.
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