{"id":30185,"date":"2023-09-30T11:00:41","date_gmt":"2023-09-30T11:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gtechbooster.com\/?p=30185"},"modified":"2023-09-30T11:00:42","modified_gmt":"2023-09-30T11:00:42","slug":"how-to-create-local-account-on-window-10-home-on-first-os-install","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gtechbooster.com\/how-to-create-local-account-on-window-10-home-on-first-os-install\/","title":{"rendered":"How to create local account on Window 10 Home on first OS install"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Windows 10 Home is a popular edition of the Windows 10 operating system designed for home users. It offers a range of features and functionalities that cater to the needs of everyday users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Creating a local account during the initial Windows 10 Home installation is not a straightforward process, as Microsoft encourages users to sign in with a Microsoft account. However, if you prefer to have a local account for your Windows 10 Home installation, you can follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Out-of-box experience (OOBE) setup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you can\u2019t find the option to add a local account during the Windows 10 Home setup process, it\u2019s because Microsoft has removed this option from the out-of-box experience (OOBE) setup. To create a local account on Windows 10 Home during the initial OS installation, you can follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Turn on your new device to begin the preinstalled Windows 10 Home set-up process .<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. When you reach the \u201cSign in with Microsoft\u201d screen, you will see an option to create a Microsoft account. Either sign in or create a new Microsoft account to continue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Complete the rest of the Windows 10 Home installation process by following the on-screen instructions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Upon successfully installation, got Control Panel, then Users to create a local account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Open the Control Panel by searching for it in the Start menu or right-clicking the Start button and selecting “Control Panel.”<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. In the Control Panel, change the “View by” option to “Large icons” or “Small icons” to see all the available options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Click on the “User Accounts” or “User Accounts and Family Safety” option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. In the User Accounts window, click on the “Manage another account” option. On the next screen, click on the “Add a new user account” option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Choose the option to create a “Local account” rather than a Microsoft account. Enter the desired username for the local account and, if needed, provide a password for the account. You can also set a password hint to help you remember the password.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Click on the “Next” or “Create Account” button to create the local account.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Once the account is created, you can log in to Windows using the newly created local account.<\/p>

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    Installation from a USB Drive or DVD.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Method 1: Look for the Offline account<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Start the Windows 10 Home installation process by booting from a USB drive or DVD.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. When you reach the \u201cSign in with Microsoft\u201d screen, you will see an option to create a Microsoft account. Skip this step<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Look for the \u201cOffline account\u201d or \u201cCreate a local account\u201d option. This option may not be prominently displayed, so you may need to look for a small link or button that says something like \u201cDomain join instead\u201d or \u201cSign in with a local account instead\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Click on the \u201cOffline account\u201d or \u201cCreate a local account\u201d option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. You will be prompted to enter a username and password for the local account. Provide the desired username and password.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. Complete the rest of the Windows 10 Home installation process by following the on-screen instructions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Method 2: Disconnect from the Internet<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Start the Windows 10 installation process by booting from a USB drive or DVD.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. When you reach the \u201cSign in with Microsoft\u201d screen, do not connect to the internet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Look for the \u201cOffline account\u201d or \u201cCreate a local account\u201d option. This option may not be prominently displayed, so you may need to look for a small link or button that says something like \u201cDomain join instead\u201d or \u201cSign in with a local account instead\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Click on the \u201cOffline account\u201d or \u201cCreate a local account\u201d option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. You will be prompted to enter a username and password for the local account. Provide the desired username and password.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      6. Complete the rest of the Windows 10 installation process by following the on-screen instructions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Method 3: Enter a Bogus Phone Number<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. Start the Windows 10 installation process by booting from a USB drive or DVD.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. When you reach the \u201cSign in with Microsoft\u201d screen, enter a bogus phone number in the account screen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. On the next screen, you may see the option to create an offline account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        4. Click on the offline account option and proceed to create a local account.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Remember, having a local account means that you won\u2019t have access to some of the cloud-based features and synchronization options that come with a Microsoft account. However, it does provide increased privacy and control over your system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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