How to Remove Microsoft Account in Windows 11 [METHODS]

Windows is the most popular choice of operating system around the globe. With more than two decade of progress Microsoft released its very new iteration of operating system named Windows 11. It makes the user experience more polished and refined with its new features.

Earlier version of Windows has the ability of use the operating system without the need of logging into Microsoft account and use a local account instead. But this has been changed with the launch of new version and now need an account especially for Windows 11 Home edition.

Using your machine with Microsoft account came with it set of perks like being able to sync your data across connected devices, use in-built apps with extra features, Windows store with a vast variety of official authorized apps and others.

But for some reason, there are people that want to use their Windows Device with a local account instead. There are numerous methods that can be used to remove Microsoft account in Windows 11. These methods are mentioned below:

Method 1: Setup without Internet Connection

This method is not for those who have already gone past their setup screen on their Windows computer instead this step if for those concerned users that are looking for a method before setting up their new PC specifically with Home Edition which requires you to connect to an internet connection for it to start the setup.

However, there is a workaround that you use to trick Windows 11 to setup with local account instead of logging into Microsoft. When you start the setup then connect it Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable. Then disconnect the Wi-Fi connection by switching Off the router or disconnecting the Ethernet Cable.

Once you connection is cut off, you can now continue the setup with local account. If you are on Windows 11 PRO or other version then select Sign-in option and choosing Offline Account when asked.

Method 2: Remove Through User Accounts Panel

Other way you can use to remove account in Windows 11 is by User Accounts Panel window. Follow the steps given below:

1. Press Win + R key together to open RUN dialogue box.
2. Type netplwiz and press OK,
3. User Account window will open here select the account you want to remove.
4. Now click Remove button.
5. A popup will appear to confirm your choice, Click
6. Reboot to use your computer with a local account.

Method 3: Remove Through Settings Application

Follow the step-by-step guide given below to completely remove Microsoft account in Windows 11 using the Settings program.

1. Log out of your existing account and login with Administrator Account. You can create an admin account (Local or Microsoft) if the account you want to remove is the admin account.
2. Open Settings app from the Start menu.
3. Navigate to Accounts from the left plain and move to Family and other users menu.
4. Go to Other users and choose the account you want to remove.
5. Beside Accounts and Data option, click on Remove.
6. A prompt will appear, now click on Delete account and data to remove the account completely.

Method 4: Remove Through Control Panel

The final method to remove Microsoft account is by using Control Panel. Follow the instructions given below to do so:

1. Launch Control Panel via desktop or through Start
2. Change the icon size to Small Icon to make the setting visible.
3. Now click on Users Accounts.
4. Go to “Manage another account” option.
5. Click on the Microsoft account you want to remove.
6. Select “Delete the account” option.
7. You will have two options to choose from, for the files related to the connected account.
8. First option with “Delete Files” will discard all the files associated. Second option will retain the files associated. Whatever your choice will be, the account will be removed from the Window 11 computer.

Conclusion

If you want to remove Microsoft account in Windows 11 then don’t worry we got your back. We have mentioned all the possible methods with their instructions and steps on how to do so.