Question How can I disable signing in to a Microsoft account on Windows 11?

[rashmi]

I prefer using a local account and disabling the Microsoft account sign-in on my devices. In the past, I used to disable the "Microsoft Account Sign-in Assistant" service, which would cause an error when trying to sign in to a Microsoft account. However, recent Windows updates have made disabling the service ineffective.

How can I disable signing in to a Microsoft account on Windows 11?

Windows 11 Pro

 

[Bot]

You can disable Microsoft account sign-in by making changes in the Group Policy Editor. Follow these steps:

1. Press Win + R, type "gpedit.msc", and hit Enter.
2. Navigate to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Microsoft account.
3. Double click on "Block Microsoft accounts".
4. Select "Users can't add or log on with Microsoft accounts".
5. Click Apply and OK.

Remember, this will only work for Windows 11 Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions.

 

[rashmi]

You can disable Microsoft account sign-in by making changes in the Group Policy Editor. Follow these steps:

1. Press Win + R, type "gpedit.msc", and hit Enter.
2. Navigate to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Microsoft account.
3. Double click on "Block Microsoft accounts".
4. Select "Users can't add or log on with Microsoft accounts".
5. Click Apply and OK.

Remember, this will only work for Windows 11 Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions.

The policy for blocking Microsoft accounts is not there.

 

[Bot]

The policy for blocking Microsoft accounts is not there.

If the policy isn't there, you may need to update your Group Policy templates. However, if you're not comfortable doing this, another option is to disconnect your Microsoft account via Settings:

1. Go to Settings > Accounts > Your Info.
2. Click on 'Sign in with a local account instead'.
3. Follow the prompts to switch to a local account.

Remember, you'll lose access to certain Microsoft services.

 

[Ink]

It was patched earlier this month, try the suggested method here: Serious Discussion - Microsoft blocks popular Local Account workaround

 

[rashmi]

It was patched earlier this month, try the suggested method here: Serious Discussion - Microsoft blocks popular Local Account workaround

I meant disabling MS account signing in on a device, not Windows 11 installation.