How do I log in without using the password.

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battonh
battonh Member Posts: 1 New User
edited November 2023 in 2018 Archives
Is there a way to not to log in without a password.

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  • Balatekie
    Balatekie ACE Posts: 1,353 Pioneer
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    Hi battonh

    Please follow below steps explaining, how to automatically login into Windows, without typing a password:

    IMPORTANT: If your Windows computer or device is part of a network domain, such as a corporate network, this procedure does not work. In network domains, the policies regarding the login procedure are set by the network administrator and cannot be overwritten by users. If you try this on your work PC, it is very likely not to work. This procedure works only if you are on a personal computer device, that you manage.

    Step 1. Open the hidden user accounts window using netplwiz.exe command

    To change the settings required for you to automatically login to Windows so that you do not have to type a password each time you start your PC, you first need to open a "hidden" User Accounts window. There are many ways to do that. One of the fastest is to press Windows + R on your keyboard and open the Run window. In the Run window, type one of the following two commands: netplwiz.exe or control userpasswords2. Regardless of the command you use, the result is the same.

    Windows login without password

    The User Accounts window is shown, and it looks similar to the screenshot below. This window lists all the user accounts that exist on your computer, including the user that you used to log in.

    Windows login without password

    Now it is time to perform the next step, and the most important.

    Step 2. Set your user account to login automatically into Windows, without a password

    Start by selecting the user account for which you no longer want to type the password to log into Windows. Then, uncheck the option which says "Users must enter a user name and password to use this computer" and click or tap OK.

    Windows login without password

    You are now asked to type the password of that user account and confirm it. When done, click or tap OK.

    Windows login without password

    The next time you start Windows, you are automatically logged in with the user you just selected. No matter whether you are using Windows 7, Windows 8.1 or Windows 10, this user becomes the default for logging in.

    If you want to set things back to the way they were, follow the same procedure and make sure you check the option which says "Users must enter a user name and password to use this computer." Then, press OK.

    Conclusion

    This trick works well on your home computer, which is used mostly by you or family members that you trust. But, if you have a Windows laptop or tablet you take with you everywhere, it is best to trade convenience for security and not use this trick. If it your PC gets stolen, it is best for you if other people are not able to login automatically. For other cool tips and tricks, do not hesitate to check the recommendations below.

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