When you first install Windows 11, you'll need to create a user account to access and use your computer. You have two options here:Microsoft account Your account and use it as a user account, or create a local account that is saved only on your computer. Microsoft encourages the use of a Microsoft account for its features and security. It has removed the provision for signing in via Local account While setting up Windows 11, a local account can be useful and necessary if you share your computer with other people. In this case, you can create a local account for them using their login password for easy access. Furthermore, they won't be able to access your data. There are several ways to create a local user account in Windows 11, as discussed in this guide. Furthermore, read on to learn how to delete a user account in Windows 11, if you need one.
How to create a local user account in Windows 11
You can create a local user account in Windows 11 through the Settings menu, User Accounts, or even the Command Prompt. However, before discussing these methods, let's understand the difference between a Microsoft account and alocal account on Windows 11.
Microsoft account vs. local account
Provides use Microsoft account Many advantages.
- Immediately after setup, you will get the option to transfer Your customizations and preferences From one Windows device to another.
- You will be able to access and download programs from Microsoft Store.
- You will also have access to services such as: OneDrive و Xbox Game Pass Without having to check in individually.
However, these benefits come at a certain cost:
- You will need to share your data with Microsoft.
- You will need Constant contact to the Internet to stay in sync with Microsoft servers.
Read our guide about How to reset your Microsoft account password here.
Local accounts On the other hand,
- This does not require access to Internet.
- Saves account related data locally on Hard Disk Your.
- Local accounts Safer Because if someone gets your login password, they won't be able to access any other accounts unless you use the same password for all of them.
- Local accounts Ideal for secondary users Or those who value privacy above all else.
Therefore, local accounts are mostly used in schools or organizations where a Microsoft account is not a necessary or viable option.
Method 1: Through Windows account settings
Follow the steps below to create: Local account In Windows 11 using Settings Windows account:
1. Press the keys Windows + I At the same time to open the application Settings.
2. Click “accounts” in the right pane.
3. Then click on “Family and other users", as shown.
4. Here, click Add an account To add another user option, as shown.
5. Click Not I have a registration information option. Person entering into Microsoft. How will this person log in? Window.
6. Click Add User Without Microsoft account On the Create Account screen, highlighted.
7. Enter your username andPassword Re-enter the password in the relevant text fields and click "the following" , As shown below.
8. After entering your password Add three security questions to recover your login password in case you forget it. Then, click "the following" To complete the account creation process.
Note: We recommend writing down your security questions and answers.
You should now see the local account listed under the Other users section in step 4. You can sign out From your account and use your login password to log in to the local account.
Method 2: Through the command prompt
Alternatively, you can set up a local user account in Windows 11 using theCommand face As follows:
1. Click on the icon Search And type Command Prompt. Then click Run as administrator.
2. Click "Yeah" in the prompt control In the user account.
3. Here, type net user / add and press a key Input.
Note: Replace <username> and <password> with the username and password of the local account, respectively.
4. The message “Command executed” should appear. successfully. This indicates the successful creation of a local account.
The third method: Through the user accounts window
Here's how to create a local account in Windows 11 through Accounts Users:
1. Press the keys Windows + R At the same time to open the dialog box "employment".
2. Write netplwiz And click "OK" , as shown.
3. In the “window”User account', click the . button "addition…".
4. Next, click on the option Login Without a Microsoft account (not recommended) in the How will this person sign in? window.
5. Next, click on the “local accountFrom the bottom of the screen.
6. Enter the following data and click: "the next":
- User name
- password
- confirm password
- password hint
7. Finally, click the button. "ending" As shown in the picture.
How to convert your current Microsoft account to a local account
It is also possible to convert an existing Microsoft account to a local account, as described below.
1. Press the keys Windows + I At the same time to open the application Settings.
2. Here, click “accounts” In the right pane. Click Your Information in the right pane.
3. Then click Login Using a local account instead under Account Settings, as shown.
4. Click Next In the Are you sure you want to switch to a local account window?
5. Enter your account PIN in the Windows Security window to verify your identity.
6. Enter information Next local account and click "the following".
- User name
- password
- confirm password
- password hint
7. To complete Account transfer , Click sign out And finish switching to the local account screen.
This will redirect you to the login screen, where you can log in to your desktop with your new password.
How to remove a user account in Windows 11
Note: To delete a local account, you must have administrator access and privileges.
Follow the steps below to delete or remove a local user account on Windows 11 computers:
1. Go to Settings > Accounts > Family and other users As shown below.
2. Locate User account which you want to remove from your system and click on it.
Note: We have shown the account called Temp as an example.
3. Click the button "Removal" For account and data options, as shown.
4. Now, click on the button “Delete account and data"Delete account and data"? Urgent.
Pro Tip: How to Grant Administrator Access to a Local Account
By granting an administrator access to a local account, the account will have the same privileges as a Microsoft account, minus the benefits of having an online account. Using the menu Settings You can quickly convert any traditional local account to a local administrator account, as shown here:
1. Go to Settings > Accounts > Family & other users As above.
2. Click Account Whom you want to grant administrator access to.
Note: We have shown the account called Temp as an example below.
3. Click the button Change account type For account options.
4. In the Change Account Type window, select the Administrator option from the Account Type drop-down list and click OK , As shown below.
We hope you have learned how to Create a local user account Or modify or delete it in Windows 11. Drop your suggestions and questions in the comments section below. Tell us what topic you'd like us to explore next. Keep visiting us for more helpful guides.
