Windows 10 allows you to sign in with a Microsoft account, which can sync your settings, preferences, and files across different devices. However, if you want to remove your Microsoft account from Windows 10, you can do so by following these steps:
Step 1: Open Settings
The first step is to open the Settings app on your Windows 10 device. You can do this by clicking on the Start menu and then clicking on the gear icon, or by pressing the Windows key + I shortcut on your keyboard.
Step 2: Click on Accounts
The next step is to click on the Accounts option in the Settings app. This will open a new window where you can manage your account settings.
Step 3: Click on Your info
The third step is to click on the Your info tab on the left side of the Accounts window. This will show you the details of your Microsoft account, such as your name, email, and picture.
Step 4: Click on Sign in with a local account instead
The fourth step is to click on the Sign in with a local account instead link under your Microsoft account name. This will start a wizard that will guide you through the process of switching to a local account.
Step 5: Enter your current password
The fifth step is to enter your current password for your Microsoft account and click on Next. This will verify your identity and allow you to proceed.
Step 6: Choose a local account name and password
The sixth step is to choose a name and password for your local account. You can also enter a password hint to help you remember your password. Click on Next when you are done.
Step 7: Sign out and sign in with your local account
The final step is to sign out of your Microsoft account and sign in with your local account. You can do this by clicking on the Sign out and finish button. This will complete the process of removing your Microsoft account from Windows 10.
Conclusion
In this article, we have learned how to remove a Microsoft account from Windows 10 and switch to a local account. This can help you to have more control over your privacy and security, or to use a different Microsoft account on your device. If you want to add a Microsoft account to Windows 10 again, you can follow the same steps but choose the Sign in with a Microsoft account instead option.