Windows Hello Fix 2.1.0

Native C++ utility to fix Windows Hello IR/RGB camera conflict loops and improve face unlock reliability.

  • By Shivu516
  • Open Source
  • Updated Sep 16, 2026
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About Windows Hello Fix

Native C++ utility to fix Windows Hello IR/RGB camera conflict loops and improve face unlock reliability.

What's new in 2.1.0

v2.1 adds recovery/failsafe components, x86+x64 support, universal and architecture-specific installers, a modular codebase, expanded documentation, and improved diagnostics.

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Technical details

PublisherShivu516
Version2.1.0
Release date2026-09-16
LicenseMIT
Installer typenullsoft
Architectureneutral
Package IDShivu516.WindowsHelloFix

Install Windows Hello Fix from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=Shivu516.WindowsHelloFix -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=Shivu516.WindowsHelloFix -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=Shivu516.WindowsHelloFix -e
Silent install with the offline installer
"Windows_Hello_Fix_Setup.exe" /S

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Windows Hello Fix version history

2.0.0 Jun 8, 2026

This major update is a complete, ground-up rewrite of the Windows Hello Camera Fix using a high-performance native C++ core

Frequently asked questions

Is Windows Hello Fix free?

Yes. Windows Hello Fix is free and open-source software released under the MIT license.

What is the latest version of Windows Hello Fix?

The latest version is 2.1.0, released on Sep 16, 2026.

Is it safe to download Windows Hello Fix?

The download button links to the official installer published on github.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 73e6589a08a7a393db4a1f1bb9ac4af9e82343b2f13978b830dcda4f41f7ab12.

Which Windows versions does Windows Hello Fix support?

Windows Hello Fix runs on Windows and is available for any architecture systems.

How do I install Windows Hello Fix silently?

Run the offline installer with "Windows_Hello_Fix_Setup.exe" /S, or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=Shivu516.WindowsHelloFix -e --silent.

How do I uninstall Windows Hello Fix?

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Windows Hello Fix and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=Shivu516.WindowsHelloFix -e.