Title: How to Remove Microsoft Account in Windows 11 on a New Computer

Author: Simon

Introduction: Hello everyone, Simon here. In this guide, I’m going to show you how to remove a Microsoft account from a new computer running Windows 11. This process is useful if you prefer to use your computer as a standalone device without syncing to OneDrive or other Microsoft services.

Steps to Remove Microsoft Account:

1. Connect to the Internet: Start by connecting your new Windows 11 computer to the internet via Wi-Fi or a wired connection.
2. Navigate Through Initial Setup: Go through the initial setup stages, accepting the license agreement, skipping device naming, and reaching the Microsoft account login screen.
3. Log In (If Required): If you have a Microsoft account, log in as prompted. If you don’t, you can skip this step.
4. Skip Data Recovery Options: If prompted to recover data from an old device, choose to set up as a new device.
5. Create a Local Account:
   • Go to Settings > Accounts.
   • Under your profile, select Sign in with a local account instead.
   • Opt to skip creating a backup.
   • Confirm your decision and enter your Microsoft account password.
   • Name your local account (e.g., “owner”) and choose not to set a password.
   • Sign out of the Microsoft account and sign in with your new local account.
6. Remove Email and Account:
   • Go back to Settings > Accounts.
   • Select Email and accounts.
   • Remove the Microsoft account associated with the device.

Conclusion: By following these steps, you’ve successfully removed the Microsoft account from your Windows 11 computer, making it a standalone device. This process ensures that your settings and files are not automatically synced with Microsoft services.

Outro: I hope this guide was helpful. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to drop a comment below. Don’t forget to like this video if you found it useful, and consider subscribing for more tutorials like this. Have a great day!