How To Add A Local User To Your Machine (Windows 11)

Requirements:

• A Windows 11 machine
• Administrative privileges

Procedure:

Step 1: Open Settings

1. Click the Start button or press the key + I to open Settings.
2. Click on Accounts in the left pane.
3. Click Other Users.

Step 2: Add a Local User

1. Under Other users, click Add account.
2. In the “Microsoft account” window, click “I don’t have this person’s sign-in information”.

3. On the next screen, click “Add a user without a Microsoft account.”

Step 3: Enter User Information

1. Enter the username (e.g., jdoe).
2. Set a password and provide security questions/answers for recovery.
3. Click Next.

Step 4 (Optional): Make User an Administrator

1. After the account is created, click on the new user in the other users list.
2. Click Change account type.
3. Choose Administrator from the dropdown.
4. Click OK.

Post-Creation Validation

• Log out and test login with the new account.
• Confirm account privileges by accessing settings or protected folders.

Notes & Cautions

• Only assign Administrator access if necessary.
• Use strong passwords and secure recovery answers.
• Avoid using generic usernames like "test" or "admin".