Surface Pro 8 Image
Surface Windows Hello

Surface Pro 8 features an enhanced Windows Hello IR camera for quick, secure facial sign-in on every model.

Windows Hello facial authentication is a biometric login method that uses an IR camera to map your unique facial features. It delivers instant, password-free access while guarding against spoofing attempts.

Windows Hello features on Surface Pro 8
Windows Hello in actions on Surface Pro 8

To enable facial recognition on Surface Pro 8, go to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options. Under Facial recognition (Windows Hello), select Set up and follow the on-screen prompts to register your face. Once configured, simply look at the front IR camera to unlock your device.

Facial recognition (Windows Hello) settings on Windows 11
Facial recognition (Windows Hello) settings on Windows 11