Yes, Microsoft has removed the option to create a local account from the Windows 10 Home installation wizard, but there are ways to continue skipping the use of the Microsoft account.

Yes, you can use virtually any email address to create an account on Windows 10, including a Gmail address, and in this guide, we'll help you complete this task.

Learn how to create a local account in Windows 11 with our simplified setup process by logging into your personal PC without using a Microsoft account.

A Microsoft account lets you sync settings and other content across multiple Windows 10 devices. A local account is restricted to just a single PC.

Now, Microsoft will take you to a screen where you can create a Microsoft account with Windows 10.

This guide shows you how to switch to a Local Account from a Microsoft Account in Windows 11/10 so that you can sign in with a local account on your computer.

You can now link your devices and apps with your Microsoft account using the link code without requiring you to enter your account details manually.