🖥️ Install Windows 11 Without a Microsoft Account

You can bypass the Microsoft account requirement during Windows 11 setup using one of the two methods below.

✅ Option 1: Disable Network and Use oobe\bypassnro

  1. Start the Windows 11 Installation
    Proceed until you're asked to connect to a Wi-Fi or LAN network.
  2. Do Not Connect to Any Network
    Skip all internet connection prompts.
  3. Open Command Prompt
    Press Shift + F10 (desktop) or Shift + Fn + F10 (laptop).
  4. Disable Network Adapters
    Type ncpa.cpl and disable Wi-Fi/LAN in the Network Connections window.
  5. Bypass Microsoft Account Requirement
    Type oobe\bypassnro and press Enter. The PC will restart.
  6. Create Local Account
    After reboot, proceed with setup using a local account.

✅ Option 2: Use Hidden Local Account Prompt

  1. Open Command Prompt During Setup
    Press Shift + F10 (desktop) or Shift + Fn + F10 (laptop).
  2. Trigger Local Account Setup
    Type start ms-cxh:localonly and press Enter.
  3. Create Local Account
    Continue with installation using a local account.