If you want to log in to Windows 10 automatically without entering a password, follow these methods to disable the password requirement.
Method 1: Enable Auto Login via Registry Editor
If the “Users must enter a username and password to use this computer” option is missing from netplwiz
, you can restore it through the registry:
- Press
Windows + R
, typeregedit
, and click OK. - Navigate to:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindows NTCurrentVersionPasswordLessDevice
- Double-click DevicePasswordLessBuildVersion.
- Set its value to 0 and click OK.
- Restart your computer.
Method 2: Disable Password Login via Netplwiz
Once you have enabled the option in the registry, follow these steps:
- Press
Windows + R
, typenetplwiz
, and click OK. - Uncheck “Users must enter a username and password to use this computer”.
- Click Apply and enter your current password when prompted.
- Click OK and restart your PC.
Method 3: Switch to a Local Account
If you are using a Microsoft account, switching to a local account allows you to remove the password entirely:
- Open Settings (
Windows + I
). - Go to Accounts → Your info.
- Click Sign in with a local account instead.
- Follow the on-screen instructions, leaving the password fields blank.
- Restart your PC.
Method 4: Disable Password Prompt via Group Policy (Pro & Enterprise Users)
For Windows 10 Pro or Enterprise users, you can disable password prompts via Group Policy:
- Press
Windows + R
, typegpedit.msc
, and hit Enter. - Navigate to:
Computer Configuration → Windows Settings → Security Settings → Local Policies → Security Options
- Find and double-click Accounts: Limit local account use of blank passwords to console logon only.
- Set it to Disabled and click Apply.
- Restart your computer.
Conclusion
By following these methods, you can bypass the Windows 10 password login and enable automatic sign-in. However, consider the security risks of removing a password, especially if multiple users have access to your device.
For more “Windows 10” solutions, please check our Windows 10.
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