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Windows 10 - Sign In Without a Microsoft Account

2026-10-22 20:10:38.947

Windows 10 - Sign In Without a Microsoft Account

Here's how to sign in to your Windows 10 device without a Microsoft account.
If your device isn't running Windows® 10, refer to the Windows 8 instructions for signing in without a Microsoft® account.
  1. From the Windows desktop, navigate:
    Start Start menu icon
    Settings icon Settings icon
    Accounts
    .
    Utilize the touchscreen (if available) or mouse to select the on-screen options.
  2. From the 'Your account' screen, select
    Sign in with a local account instead
    .
  3. If presented, enter password of current user.
  4. Enter the desired info into the following fields then select
    Next
     (lower-right):
    The password fields are optional. If left blank, a password is not needed to access the device.
    • User name
    • Password
    • Re-enter password
    • Password hint
  5. Select
    Next
    .
  6. Select
    Sign out and finish
     to complete.