If you’re looking to install Windows 11 without connecting or creating a Microsoft account, you’re in the right place. In this guide, I’ll show you how to completely skip creating a Microsoft account during the installation of Windows 11.
Here are the two simple steps to install Windows 11 without a Microsoft account:
Step 1: Disconnect from the Network During the installation of Windows 11, make sure you’re not connected to the network, whether you’re using an Ethernet cable or a Wi-Fi connection. This way, you’ll be able to bypass the request to connect to the network with the associated access to a Microsoft account.
Step 2: Skip the Microsoft Account Request During the installation of Windows 11, press the Shift+F10 keys simultaneously to open the Command Prompt. Then, type the command “taskkill /F /IM oobenetworkconnectionflow.exe” and press Enter to close the window. This way, the request to connect to the network with the Microsoft account will be completely skipped.
Once the installation is complete, you’ll be able to access your Windows 11 operating system without using a Microsoft account.
Note: This operation is intended for a basic PC configuration, which will need to be defined later to take advantage of all Microsoft services. Additionally, having a Microsoft account is essential to make the best use of the operating system.
Here are some other interesting details:
- To disconnect from the network during the installation of Windows 11, you can remove the Ethernet cable or disable the Wi-Fi connection from the settings menu. Alternatively, you can also select the “I don’t have internet” option when asked to connect to the network.
- The “taskkill /F /IM oobenetworkconnectionflow.exe” command is used to close the network connection configuration process during the installation of Windows 11. This way, the request for access to a Microsoft account is skipped.
- It’s important to note that using Windows 11 without a Microsoft account limits some features, such as access to the Microsoft Store and the use of some apps. However, many features of the operating system remain available even without a Microsoft account.
- If you decide to use Windows 11 without a Microsoft account, you can always create one later and associate it with your operating system. This way, you’ll be able to access all Microsoft services, such as OneDrive and Microsoft Teams, and sync your data across all devices.
- Finally, it’s important to emphasize that using Windows 11 without a Microsoft account doesn’t guarantee maximum security for your operating system. Therefore, if you’re concerned about the security of your PC, I recommend creating a Microsoft account during the installation of Windows 11 and using all the available security features.