How To Switch To A Local Account in Windows 11
In this blog post, I'm going to walk you through how to switch from a Microsoft Account to a Local User Account. There are many benefits with a Microsoft Account, but choice is important and if you'd prefer not to have your account tied to Microsoft, then a Local Account is an option.
Please note that when this process is completed, Windows will automatically log you out of your account, so be prepared to save anything you might be working on first.
Here's how to do that.
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Open the Start Menu and go to Settings. Then go to "Accounts" on the left, and "Your Info" on the right.
On the "Your Info" page, under "Account Settings", click the link that says "Sign in with a local account instead"
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A blue window will appear asking "Are you sure you want to switch to a local account?
Click the "next" button.
Enter your current Windows PIN or password, then "OK".
Windows will complete the process, then automatically log you out, so again, be prepared for that and save anything you might be working on. You can then log in to your new Local User Account.
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