How to log in to Windows 11 without a Microsoft account

When you install a new Windows 11, you will be asked to create a Microsoft account. However, you can use a local account instead to sign in to Windows 11 without a Microsoft account. A local account does not require an email or even internet access to use. Instead, you only need a username and password. Here's how to sign in to Windows 11 without a Microsoft account.

 

How to log in to Windows 11 Home without a Microsoft account

Step 1:

First when you go through the Windows 11 Home setup, when asked to connect to Wi-Fi, select no. If you are already connected, disconnect or forget the network .

Continue the setup and a new interface appears that says you need Internet to continue. Press Shift and F10 . Type the command below and then press Enter.

OOBEBYPASSNRO

Step 2:

Restart your computer and select Continue with limited setup . You can now sign in with a local account instead of a Microsoft account.

How to log in to Windows 11 Pro without a Microsoft account

If you're using Windows 11 Pro, setting up a local account is easier.

Step 1:

You install Windows 11 on your computer, go to the account screen and click on Sign-in options .

Step 2:

Continue to click on Offline account or Local account . If you are asked to log in, click Skip for now. Finally, we create an account name and password.

How to switch to a local account after successful Windows installation

If you have set up a Microsoft account but want to switch to a local account, you don't need to delete the entire account, just change it back.

 

Step 1:

Go to Settings, then select Accounts and click Your Info .

Step 2:

Find your Microsoft account and click Sign in with a local account instead . Enter your current password to continue.

Finally we create a username, password and the local account is set up. The original Microsoft account still exists and you can sign back in at any time in the settings.