If you’re a Windows 10 user, you may have noticed that when you first set up your computer, you were prompted to create or sign in with a Microsoft account. While this may be convenient for some, others may prefer to use a local account instead. If you’re looking to remove your Microsoft account from your Windows 10 login, follow these steps.
Why Remove Your Microsoft Account?
Before we dive into the steps, it’s important to understand why you may want to remove your Microsoft account from your Windows 10 login. Some users may prefer to use a local account for privacy reasons, as a Microsoft account is linked to your personal information and online activity. Others may simply prefer the simplicity of a local account without the added features and integrations of a Microsoft account.
Step 1: Create a Local Account
The first step to removing your Microsoft account is to create a local account. To do this, go to the Start menu and click on “Settings.” From there, click on “Accounts” and then “Family & other users.” Under “Other users,” click on “Add someone else to this PC.” Then, click on “I don’t have this person’s sign-in information” and then “Add a user without a Microsoft account.” Follow the prompts to create a local account.
Step 2: Sign Out of Your Microsoft Account
Once you have created a local account, you will need to sign out of your Microsoft account. To do this, go to the Start menu and click on your profile picture. Then, click on “Sign out” and confirm the action.
Step 3: Remove Your Microsoft Account
Now that you have signed out of your Microsoft account, you can remove it from your Windows 10 login. To do this, go to the Start menu and click on “Settings.” From there, click on “Accounts” and then “Email & accounts.” Under “Accounts used by other apps,” click on your Microsoft account and then click on “Remove.” Confirm the action and your Microsoft account will be removed from your Windows 10 login.
Step 4: Terminate Your Microsoft Account
If you no longer want to use your Microsoft account at all, you can terminate it. This will permanently delete your account and all associated data. To do this, go to the Microsoft account termination page and sign in with your account credentials. Follow the prompts to confirm the termination.
Step 5: Switch to a Local Account
If you have removed your Microsoft account from your Windows 10 login, you will now need to switch to your local account. To do this, go to the Start menu and click on your profile picture. Then, click on “Change account settings” and enter your local account credentials.
By following these steps, you can easily remove your Microsoft account from your Windows 10 login. Whether you prefer the privacy of a local account or simply want to simplify your login process, these steps will help you achieve your desired setup. Have you removed your Microsoft account from your Windows 10 login? Let us know in the comments.
