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Remove Login Screen in Windows 10: How to do it
Reconfigure the User Account settings or modify GPEDIT.msc
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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SinceWindows 10is a security-oriented operating system, it requires you to enter a password for your Microsoft account beforelogin, just as was the case earlier. But many users want to remove the login screen in Windows 10.
This is especially true if you’re the only person using the computer and want to boot it without interruptions. So, let’s find out how to disable the Windows login on startup.
This action is very simple, and it doesn’t require registry hacks or tweaks. All you need to do is to change a couple of settings in your User Account.
How do I get rid of the login screen in Windows 10?
1. Use netplwiz
If you change your mind and decide to turn on password request atloginagain, you repeat the process and enableUsers must enter a username and password to use this computeragain. Simple and easy!
Also, if you were wondering how to disable the sign in Windows 11, disabling the dedicated checkbox also works on the latest iteration.
2. Use Group Policy
Another way to remove the Windows 10 login screen is to disable this feature directly from the Group Policy Editor. Remember the Home edition of Windows doesn’t come with the utility pre-installed, so you will have tomanually install gpedit.msc.
Before you leave, find out how toset up passwordless login in Windows 10.
If you have any other problems, drop a comment below.
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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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