Windows 10: By mistake I've disabled my built in administrator to standard user in windows command to...

I have by mistake disabled my built in administrator to standard user in windows command to my only user account on my pc and now I'm unable to uninstall a program, print, do a recovery or reset to previous windows version, add another account user, etc.

because I don't have administrator privileges rights anymore. please help.

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Windows10 think my local user admin as Built-in Administrator. App can't be openen using the built-in administrator account

Hi Abdullah,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community and being a part of Windows 10.

I understand your concern about accessing the operating system. I apologize for the inconvenience caused to you, I realize this may be frustrating. We are here to help you in resolving the issue.

This issue might have occurred due to corrupted system settings/ system files. Try the below troubleshooting steps and check if it helps.

Method 1: I suggest you to check if Built-in Administrator account is enabled. If so, try to disable.

Step 1: Follow the steps toDisable Built-in administrator.

• • Press Windows + X key together on your desktop screen.
    
  • Click on Command Prompt (admin) to open
    Command Prompt.
  • Type the following command and hit Enter:
  • net user administrator /active: no (Check for the spaces)
    

Restart the computer and check with the status of this issue.

Step 2: Also, I suggest you to refer to the below thread replied by
Marilyn O on November 22, 2012 as this suggestion has helped many others and check if it helps you as well.

App can't open with built in administrator account


Hope it helps. Get back to us with an updated status of this issue for further assistance.

 

Standard User always reverts to Administrator

Hi Stephan,

Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

I would suggest you enable built-in administrator and give your son's account administrator privileges.

Follow the steps to enable built-in Administrator.

1. Press Windows key + X, and click on
Command Prompt (Admin). If prompted for an administrative password, kindly provide the password

2. Type "net user administrator /active:yes" and click
Enter.

3. Sign out of your account and sign in to the built-in administrator account.

4. Follow the instructions mentioned above to
Change the Account type.

5. Once the account type is changed, go back to your User account and disable built-in Administrator.

6. Type the following command to disable built-in Admin in Command Prompt: net user administrator /active:no

Let us know if the issue persists.

Regards,

 

"Built-in administrator" still denied access to many apps and functions

Hi Andy,

• What is the exact error message you are getting when you try to open apps?

I understand your concern about accessing the operating system. I apologize for the inconvenience caused to you, I realize this may be frustrating. We are here to help you in resolving the issue.

This issue might have occurred due to corrupted system settings/ system files. Try the below troubleshooting steps and check if it helps.

Method 1: I suggest you to check if Built-in Administrator account is enabled. If so, try to disable.

Step 1: Follow the steps toDisable Built-in administrator.

• • Press Windows + X key together on your desktop screen.
    
  • Click on Command Prompt (admin) to open
    Command Prompt.
  • Type the following command and hit Enter:
  • net user administrator /active: no (Check for the spaces)
    

Restart the computer and check with the status of this issue.

Step 2: Also, I suggest you to refer to the below thread replied by
Marilyn O on November 22, 2012 as this suggestion has helped many others and check if it helps you as well.

App can't open with built in administrator account


Hope it helps. Get back to us with an updated status of this issue for further assistance.