Hodor
liveCustom credential provider API for Windows 10
Details
Hodor is a Windows 11 credential provider DLL that accepts unlock commands over a named pipe. Any application that can write to a pipe can unlock the lock screen or approve a credential prompt without requiring Windows Hello enrollment or built-in biometric hardware. The DLL runs inside LogonUI.exe on the lock screen and hands credentials to Windows for validation.
Best fit users
- •Developers
- •System administrators
- •Security professionals
Why this one made the cut
Hodor provides a flexible and customizable authentication solution for Windows systems. It enables integration with various authentication methods like face recognition, voice activation, and biometric hardware not natively supported by Windows Hello. This expands the possibilities for secure, automated, and custom login experiences on Windows 11/10 machines.
What makes it different
Unlike Windows Hello, Hodor allows unlocking through any application that can communicate with a named pipe. This makes it compatible with a wide range of custom authentication solutions and third-party biometric hardware.