Skip the Windows 11 Microsoft Account Sign-in In Under 2 Minutes

This article provides a straightforward guide on how to bypass the mandatory Microsoft account sign-in during the Windows 11 setup process.

Bypassing the Requirement in Just a Few Steps

Follow these instructions to proceed with a local account instead.

1. During the initial setup screen, press Shift + F10 (or Shift + Fn + F10 on some laptops) to open the Command Prompt.
2. Once the terminal window appears, type the following command and press Enter:

   ncpa.cpl
   

3. This opens the Network Connections window. Here, you need to disable all active network adapters. Right-click on each Ethernet or Wi-Fi connection and select Disable.
4. Return to the Command Prompt window and execute this final command:

   oobe\bypassnro
   

5. Your PC will automatically restart. Upon rebooting, you’ll see the option to Continue with limited setup, allowing you to create a local account and complete the installation without being forced to sign in online.

Restoring Your Internet Connection

After the setup is complete, you’ll need to re-enable your internet connection to get online.

1. Open the Start Menu and search for ncpa.cpl, then press Enter.
2. In the Network Connections window that appears, right-click on your previously disabled network adapter(s) and select Enable.
3. Your internet access should now be fully restored.