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How to Quickly Install Windows 10 Without a Microsoft Account
Everything you need to by pass the Microsoft account requirement
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Can you installWindows 10without aMicrosoftaccount?The short answer is yes, but you need to follow a series of specific steps to do this. We’ll list them below.
Perhaps you want to try theWindows 10operating system for yourself, but you do not want or do not need a Microsoft account to sign in.
Just like you canaccess Windows 10 without a Microsoft account, you will be glad to learn that you can install Windows 10 without it too.
How do I bypass a Microsoft account in Windows 10?
1. Disconnect from the internet
Disconnecting from the internet is the easiest method to install Windows 10 without a Microsoft account. This will make Micorosft skip the account page, and you can complete the setup with a local account, as shown above.
2. Use the back button
Another effective method to install Windows 10 without a Microsoft account is to skip the page during the installation. Just like the first method, this will also create a Microsoft account for you.
3. Create a dummy account
If the two solutions above fail to help you install Windows 10 without using a Microsoft account, you need to create a dummy account to proceed.
There you have it: everything you need to bypass the Microsoft account requirement when installing your OS. You should be able to do this with one of the options in this guide.
If you have upgraded and need toinstall Windows 11 without a Microsoft account, check our dedicated guide to do it quickly.
Feel free to let us know if you encounter any problems applying the steps above.
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
