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Login with GCPW Google Credential Provider for Windows (GCPW) allows you to sign in to your Windows computer using your [Google Workspace](Google_Workspace.md) account. This eliminates the need for a separate loca... getting-started
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Login with GCPW

Google Credential Provider for Windows (GCPW) allows you to sign in to your Windows computer using your Google Workspace account. This eliminates the need for a separate local username and password, streamlining account management while maintaining strong security through features like two-factor authentication.

Official Reference: Google GCPW Documentation

Signing In for the First Time

Step 1: Initiate Sign-In

  • At the Windows login screen, click “Add work account”

  • Note: This option appears as a button below the standard login fields

Step 2: Enter Your Google Workspace Credentials

  • Enter your Google Workspace email address (e.g., yourname@company.com)

  • Enter your Google account password

  • Complete any additional verification steps:

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) code if enabled

  • Security key verification if required

  • Accept the terms of service when prompted

Step 3: Profile Creation

  • Windows will automatically create your user profile (this may take a few minutes)

  • Your desktop will load once the setup is complete

Initial Configuration (First Login Only)

After your first successful login, configure these essential applications:

1. Set Up Windows Hello Fingerprint Reader

  • Open the Start menu and search for “Sign-in options”

  • Under Windows Hello Fingerprint, click “Set up”

  • Click “Get started”

  • Follow the on-screen prompts to scan your fingerprint multiple times

You’ll be asked to lift and place your finger repeatedly to capture different angles

  • This typically requires 8-10 scans for accuracy

  • Once complete, you can use your fingerprint to unlock Windows and authenticate in compatible apps

Learn more: Windows Hello Setup Guide (Microsoft)

2. Set Default Applications

  • Open the Start menu and search for “Default apps”

  • Set the following defaults:

Email: Gmail/Google Chrome

  • Web browser: Google Chrome

  • When prompted, click “Switch anyway” to confirm your choices

3. Configure Google Chrome

  • Open Google Chrome

  • Sign in with your Google Workspace account

  • Important: Enable sync and select “Make Chrome my own” when prompted

Learn more: Chrome Sync Guide (Google)

4. Set Up Bitwarden Password Manager

About Bitwarden: Bitwarden is our recommended password manager for securely storing and managing your credentials. Learn more about our Bitwarden service.

4a. Configure Bitwarden Desktop App

  • Open the Bitwarden desktop application

  • Sign in with your Bitwarden account credentials

  • Once signed in, go to Settings (gear icon) → Security

  • Under Unlock with Biometrics, toggle “Unlock with Windows Hello” to ON

  • Windows will prompt you to verify your identity using your fingerprint

  • Test the biometric unlock by locking Bitwarden (File → Lock) and unlocking with your fingerprint

4b. Enable Biometric Unlock for Autofill

  • In Bitwarden desktop settings, navigate to Security

  • Enable “Unlock with Windows Hello” (if not already enabled)

  • Enable “Require biometric unlock for autofill” for added security

  • This ensures autofill requests require fingerprint authentication

4c. Connect Bitwarden Chrome Extension

  • Open Google Chrome

  • Click the Bitwarden extension icon in Chrome

  • Click “Log in”

  • Select “Log in with device” or enter your credentials

  • Once logged in, click the Bitwarden extension icon → Settings (gear icon)

  • Navigate to Options

  • Enable “Enable browser integration” (this links the extension to your desktop app)

4d. Configure Biometric Authentication in Chrome Extension

  • In the Bitwarden Chrome extension, go to Settings → Security

  • Ensure “Unlock with biometrics” is enabled

  • The extension will now communicate with the desktop app for biometric unlocks

  • Test by locking the extension and unlocking with your fingerprint through the desktop app prompt

Learn more: Bitwarden Biometric Unlock Documentation

5. Set Up Google Drive

  • Open the Google Drive desktop application

  • Sign in with your Google Workspace account

  • Configure folder sync by checking the folders you want to back up to the cloud

  • This ensures your important files are automatically backed up

Learn more: Google Drive Desktop Setup Guide

6. Configure Printing (If Applicable)

  • Look for the Printix icon in the system tray (near the clock)

  • Sign in to Printix

  • Add any printers you need access to from the available list

Learn more: Personal Device Management (PDM) | Print Management with Printix

Using Bitwarden with Biometrics

  • When visiting a website with saved credentials, Bitwarden will offer to autofill

  • Click the Bitwarden autofill prompt in the login field

  • Authenticate with your fingerprint when prompted

  • Your credentials will be filled automatically

Tips for Success

  • Keep your fingerprint reader clean for reliable authentication

  • If biometric unlock fails, you can always use your master password

  • Ensure both Bitwarden desktop app and Chrome extension are running for seamless integration

  • Pin the Bitwarden desktop app to your taskbar for easy access