Windows 10: Account name changed automatically

Discus and support Account name changed automatically in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I purchased a laptop recently to gift someone. I logged into the new laptop with my account to see everything works. After that I reset it and gave it... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by JJTQ, Mar 14, 2021.

  1. JJTQ Win User

    Account name changed automatically


    I purchased a laptop recently to gift someone. I logged into the new laptop with my account to see everything works. After that I reset it and gave it to as a gift to someone.


    Now, when the other person created an account on that laptop, my own windows login has been changed automatically to his name.


    1. Does the other laptop also have access to the files I have on my computer?

    2. I went to the microsoft online account and removed the device I gifted from my account and then I also delinked it from my microsoft store. Does that take care of the issue or do I need to do something else?



    PS: This is completely ridiculous on Microsoft's part to automatically link devices in this manner. I was basically forced into signing in the new laptop with my account, and then you automatically link the device to the online account and create this mess. Why the heck you don't just mind your own business and stop trying to take control over how I want to manage my device and accounts? This is the same thing I have seen with OneDrive. It is almost completely forced upon me and then it is extremely difficult to delink.

    :)
     

  2. Query about changing the account name

    Hi Stephanie,

    Since you have already changed the name on your Microsoft account, we suggest switching into a local account, and then log back in with your Microsoft account. This way, we can be sure that any changes made to your Microsoft account will be synced to your
    local user account.

    For steps on how to switch to a local account:

    • Click on Start.
    • Click on Settings.
    • Click on Accounts.
    • Under Your account, click on Switch to a local account.

    To switch back to a Microsoft account:

    • Follow steps 1-3 above to get to Accounts.
    • Under Your account, click on Sign in with a Microsoft account instead.

    If the issue persists, please do not hesitate to get back to us.
     
    Patricia Yu, Mar 14, 2021
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  3. Jessen P Win User
    Query about changing the User Accounts name

    Hi Jerry,

    Perform the steps mentioned below to change the user account name.

    • Sign in to the Your info page on the Microsoft account website.

    • Under your name, select Edit name.
      If there’s no name listed yet, select Add name.
    • Edit or add the name you want, then choose Save.
      Your Microsoft account name will start to appear or change everywhere you use it.

    Please revert if you still cannot change the user account name.

    Thank you.
     
    Jessen P, Mar 14, 2021
    #3
  4. Account name changed automatically

    Change local user account name in Windows 10

    Hello!

    I've just reinstalled Win10 and created a second account for my wife. Unfortunately, the login names is the mail she's registered to Microsoft.

    How can I change the name.

    I've read an answer to same question suggesting following:

    "

    Follow the steps provided below to change the username and check.

    • Press Windows key + X key.
    • Click on Control Panel.
    • Under view, select large icons.
    • Go to User Account.
    • Click on Manage another account
    ...

    "

    I don't have that option in Win10.

    Thanks for assistance
     
    MichaelBar, Mar 14, 2021
    #4
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