We show you how to create & use a Local Account in Windows 11 Pro during installation. You can also switch to a Local account later via Settings.

Learn how to create a local account in Windows 11 with our simplified setup process by logging into your personal PC without using a Microsoft account.

Generally, to create a new local administrator account for Windows 11/10, you must first sign in to Windows with an administrator or a regular user with administrative rights.

Neowin forum member warwagon has created a video illustrating how Windows 11 Home users can still create a local account at startup without being forced to use a Microsoft email.

When you set up a new Windows PC, you can choose from up to four types of user accounts - but your first choice might not be the right one.

If you have to share your PC with other people, don't just let them use your account. Everyone should have their own account, and here's how to create them in Windows 11.

On some PCs, the leaked Windows 11 ISO hides the option to create a local account during setup, but there is an easy workaround.

The workaround, shared by X user @witherornot1337, lets users set up Windows 11 with a local account instead of being forced to log in with a Microsoft account.

Just so you're aware, a local user is the terminology Microsoft uses to describe someone who doesn't already have a Microsoft account. How to create a new local user in Windows 10 ...

To create a new user in Windows, please make sure you are logged in with an account that has Administrator privileges. Now, go to the Windows 8 Start Screen and type Add User.

How to make your Windows 10 user account local The account you log onto in Windows 10 is probably connected to Microsoft. Here's why you might (and might not) want to change that and how to do it.