For some people, it is a hassle to type their password whenever they sign into their PC. If you want to be able to boot your system without entering anything, then you should learn how to remove the Windows password for a local user account. That said, there are still some precautions you should take when performing this action. In this post, we will discuss them so that you will be able to make the best decision for your computer.
Is it Safe to Remove the Windows 10 Password?
Before you consider following the instructions we will provide in this article, you should be aware of the various caveats involved. For one, the password removal trick will only work if you are using a local account. If you are using a Microsoft account, you won’t be able to get rid of your password. So, you must switch from your Microsoft account to a local account before proceeding.
You should also know that removing the password from your PC is a security risk. Anyone can walk to your computer and access your files and data. On the other hand, you won’t have to worry about remote intrusions because even without a password on your local account, your computer won’t be vulnerable to such attacks. However, just to be sure, it is best that you install Auslogics Anti-Malware.
Keep in mind that if an administrator account does not have a password, malicious programs running on the computer can gain elevated access to the operating system. With Auslogics Anti-Malware installed on your PC, you can ensure that suspicious applications will be detected immediately. After all, this tool can spot threats and attacks, no matter how discreetly they operate in the background.
If there is only a single account on your Windows computer, it is best that you set your OS to sign you in automatically. This is a better option than removing your password entirely. However, you should understand that this method has specific security issues as well. We are sharing the disadvantages of removing your password so that you know the possible risks you are about to face. On the other hand, if you still want to get rid of your password, you are free to follow the instructions we’ll provide.
How to Remove my Windows Password
- On your keyboard, press Windows Key+I. Doing so will open the Settings app.
- Select Accounts.
- Go to the left-pane menu, then click Sign-in Options.
- Now, move to the right pane and go to the Password section.
- Click the Change button.
- Confirm your current password, then click Next.
- Once you get to the next page, keep the password boxes blank, then click Next. By leaving them empty, your operating system will replace your current password with a blank one.
- Click Finish.
If you prefer modifying Windows settings via Command Prompt, you can follow the instructions below:
- Press Windows Key on your keyboard, then type “Command Prompt” (no quotes).
- Right-click Command Prompt, then select Run as Administrator from the options.
- Now, paste the command line below and replace ‘username’ with the name of your user account:
net user “username” “”
The next time you boot your computer, all you need to do is click the Sign In button and you can access your desktop without typing a password.
Setting Windows to Sign You in Automatically
If you have one user account on your computer, signing in automatically is a better option than removing your password. However, you must know that this method has a security risk as well. For instance, anyone can walk up to your computer and access the desktop. Keep in mind that when you enable this feature, anyone with admin access can acquire your account passwords. After all, your operating system will store your passwords locally.
Of course, this won’t be a problem if you keep your PC in a secure location. On the other hand, if you carry your laptop around or if you are using a Microsoft account, signing in automatically is not the ideal option for you. If you still want to proceed, simply follow the steps below:
- Press Windows Key on your keyboard, then type “netplwiz” (no quotes). Press Enter to open the User Accounts window.
- Deselect the ‘Users must enter a user name and password to use this computer’ option.
- Click OK to save the changes you made.
- Now, open the Settings app by pressing Windows Key+I on your keyboard.
- Follow this path:
Accounts ->Sign-in options
- Go to the Require Sign-in section, then choose Never from the drop-down list.
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