How to remove a startup password in Windows 10/11

Have you ever found yourself frustrated by the need to enter a password every time you start your computer? Startup passwords can be a hassle, especially if you are the sole user of your device. Fortunately, there are ways to remove a startup password and streamline your computer login process. In this article, we will guide you through the steps on how to remove a startup password, ensuring a more convenient and efficient experience.

How to remove a startup password in Windows 10 or 11

In this section, we list several ways to remove password from Windows 10, you can choose one based on your needs.

Method 1. Turn off password login on Windows 10

If you're using a Microsoft account to sign in to Windows 10, completely removing the password is not possible since your credentials are linked to your online account. However, you can configure your computer to automatically sign in, creating the illusion of an account without a password.

To bypass the login password on Windows 10, follow these steps:

Step 1. Begin by opening the Start menu on your Windows 10 device.

Step 2. In the search bar, type "netplwiz" and select the top result to open the Control Panel.

Step 3. Within the Control Panel, locate the "Users for this computer" section and select the account for which you want to remove the password.

Step 4. Now, uncheck the option that says "User must enter a user name and password to use this computer".

Step 5. Click the Apply button to save the changes.

Step 6. You will then be prompted to confirm your Microsoft account information to enable automatic sign-in.

Step 7. Once confirmed, click the OK button.

Step 8. Finally, click the OK button again to exit the User Accounts window.

After following these steps, your device will still have a password, but it will automatically sign in without requiring you to enter it every time you restart your computer.

Method 2. Remove Windows 10 password from Settings

How to remove a password from a computer startup? If you are using a local account in Windows 10, follow these steps:

Step 1. Open the Settings app on your Windows 10 device.

Step 2. Click on "Accounts" to access the accounts settings.

Step 3. In the left sidebar, select "Sign-in options."

Step 4. Under the "Manage how you sign in to your device" section, locate the "Password" option.

Step 5. Click the "Change" button next to the Password option.

Step 6. You will be prompted to confirm your current account password.

Step 7. Enter your current password and click the "Next" button.

Step 8. In the "New password" and "Confirm password" fields, leave them blank to remove the password entirely.

Step 9. Click the "Next" button to proceed.

Step 10. Finally, click the "Finish" button to save the changes.

Once you have completed these steps, your Windows 10 local account will no longer require a password to access. However, if you find password inconvenience to be the main issue, it is recommended to switch to faster and more secure authentication methods. For instance, you can create a PIN or set up a fingerprint reader that only requires a simple finger swipe for authentication.

Method 3. Bypass login password from Windows 10 using CMD

How to remove password at startup Windows 10? You can try using Command Prompt, here are the steps:

Step 1. Open the Start menu on your Windows 10 device.

Step 2. Search for "Command Prompt", right-click on the top result, and select the "Run as administrator" option.

Step 3. In the Command Prompt window, type the following command and press Enter to view all the user accounts:

net user

Step 4. Identify the account for which you want to remove the password.

Step 5. To change the password for the desired account, type the following command and press Enter:

net user USERNAME *

Step 6. Replace "USERNAME" with the name of the standard or administrator account you wish to update.

Step 7. Press Enter twice when prompted, without entering any new password. This will remove the existing password for the account.

After completing these steps, the account will no longer require a password for sign-in. If you need to set a new password, you can use the same steps but provide a new password in step 5.

Please note that this method can only be used to remove the password for a local account. If you have a Microsoft account, you must utilize the online settings or the options available through the Accounts settings page.

Bonus reading: How to remove a startup password without logging in

Having a startup password can provide an added layer of security for your computer. However, there may be instances where you forget the password or are locked out of the system. If you find yourself in such a situation, you must be eager to break the login password but find all the methods mentioned above will not work.

But don’t worry, in this part, we will guide you through the steps to remove a startup password without logging in, ensuring that you regain access to your computer. What you need is to utilize AOMEI Partition Assistant Professional, a powerful utility that addresses various disk and partition-related issues on Windows 11/10/8/7/XP/Vista.

Among its many features is the "Password Reset" function, which simplifies the process of resetting or removing forgotten passwords with just a single click. With an intuitive graphical user interface, users can easily navigate through the steps without the need for complex command lines. It is worth noting that AOMEI Partition Assistant ensures the utmost data security, providing users with peace of mind.

To utilize the "Password Reset" function in AOMEI Partition Assistant, follow these steps:

Step 1. Install and launch AOMEI Partition Assistant. From the main interface, click on "Tools" and then select "Reset Windows Password."

Step 2. Next, click on "Next" to create a bootable USB using WinPE.

Step 3. Choose the USB device you have prepared and click on "Proceed."

Step 4. Read the provided information and confirm by clicking "Yes".

Step 5. Change the boot drive settings to allow the PC to boot from the USB device.

Step 6. Once AOMEI Partition Assistant appears, click on "Reset Password" and then proceed by clicking "Next".

Step 7. Select the desired username and features according to your requirements.

Step 8. To remove the password, click on "Remove Account Password".

Conclusion

From this post, you have successfully know how to remove a startup password from your computer even if you cannot access your system, eliminating the need to enter a password every time you start it.

Remember, removing the startup password does come with certain risks, as it reduces the overall security of your computer. Therefore, it is important to weigh the convenience against the potential security implications before deciding to remove the password. Or you can choose to clone your hard drive as a backup in case of any data loss after password removal.