Managing user accounts in Windows 10 is simple, straightforward and secure.
Creating User Accounts
For each new user you create on your computer, you need to set up a user account that contains basic information like the username and password, what types of permissions you want the user to have, and other preferences.
There are two main ways to create user accounts in Windows 10. You can create them through the Settings app or directly from the Control Panel.
To create from the Settings app:
1. Open the Start menu and click the Settings icon.
2. Select Accounts from the menu as shown in the image below.
3. Select Family & Other People from the left-hand panel.
4. Click the Add someone else to this PC option.
5. Enter the new user’s name, email address, and other information.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process.
To create from the Control Panel:
1. Open the Control Panel by pressing Windows key + R and typing Control Panel.
2. Select User Accounts and Family Safety.
3. Select Manage another account.
4. Select Create a new account.
5. Enter the new user’s name, email address, and other information.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process.
Managing User Accounts
Once you’ve created a user account, you’ll need to manage it if you want to change settings and adjust the user’s permissions.
To manage user accounts in Windows 10, you can use the same methods used for creating them.
To manage from the Settings app:
1. Open the Start menu and click the Settings icon.
2. Select Accounts from the menu.
3. Select Family & Other People from the left-hand panel.
4. Click the user account you want to manage.
5. Change settings, add security info, and adjust the user’s permissions.
To manage from the Control Panel:
1. Open the Control Panel by pressing Windows key + R and typing Control Panel.
2. Select User Accounts and Family Safety.
3. Select Manage another account.
4. Select the user account you want to manage.
5. Change settings, add security info, and adjust the user’s permissions.
Deleting User Accounts
If you need to delete a user account, you can do so from the Settings app or Control Panel.
To delete from the Settings app:
1. Open the Start menu and click the Settings icon.
2. Select Accounts from the menu.
3. Select Family & Other People from the left-hand panel.
4. Click the user account you want to delete.
5. Select Delete.
To delete from the Control Panel:
1. Open the Control Panel by pressing Windows key + R and typing Control Panel.
2. Select User Accounts and Family Safety.
3. Select Manage another account.
4. Select the user account you want to delete.
5. Select Delete.
Security Tips
It’s important to keep your user accounts secure to protect your system from hackers and malicious software. You can do this by setting strong passwords and using other security features like multi-factor authentication and two-step verification. Additionally, be sure to password protect any files or folders containing sensitive information.
Conclusion
Managing user accounts in Windows 10 is easy, convenient and secure. You can create, manage and delete user accounts from the Settings app or the Control Panel. To stay safe, it’s important to set strong passwords and use other security measures to secure your user accounts.