Windows 10: Change administrators name and info

Discus and support Change administrators name and info in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I just bought a used computer that the previous users info is still on. I have the administrators password and would like to delete the previous owners... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by DeniseCrome, Oct 23, 2018.

  1. Change administrators name and info


    I just bought a used computer that the previous users info is still on. I have the administrators password and would like to delete the previous owners info in the administrator profile and repolace it with my own. How can I accomplish this?

    :)
     
    DeniseCrome, Oct 23, 2018
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  2. Owner/Administrator Name Change

    Hi James,





    Editing the user profile depends on the type of your account. Before we proceed, we would like to confirm if you’re using a Microsoft account or a local account.



    If you are using a Microsoft account, you can edit the sign-in name by following the steps below:



    • Go to Settings.
    • Select Accounts.
    • Click Your info.
    • Click the Manage my Microsoft account link.
    • On your Profile, click Edit name.
    • Change your username.
    • Hit Save.
    • Restart your computer.


    If you have a local account, you can edit it by going to the Control Panel. Follow these steps:



    • Type Control Panel in Search.
    • Launch Control Panel.
    • Click the Change account type link.
    • Select your local account.
    • Click the Change the account name link.
    • Enter the new credentials.
    • Hit Change Name.


    Let us know if you need additional assistance.
     
    Kristine Arp, Oct 23, 2018
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  3. name changes??

    If you desire a name change please do the following:

    • Ask yourself if you really need a name change.
    • Make sure you have a good reason.
    • Know what you want your new name to be before you request a name change.
    • Send Urlyin a PM containing a decent explanation of your reason as well as your desired name.
     
    Polaris573, Oct 23, 2018
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  4. Change administrators name and info

    How to change Administrator's name


    *chuckleTo anyone who wants to change administrator password, just follow these easy steps.

    Its a little difficult in windows 10 as compared to windows 7 for new users.

    1) Go to settings from "WINDOWS" option.

    2) Then select "System".

    3) scroll to the bottom on the left side and select " ABOUT".

    4) Select "System Info" on the right side. ( New window will pop up).

    5) Click on "Control Panel" and select "Change account type" under User Accounts.

    6) Select your desired account to change name. ( now it is similar to windows 7 ).

    Thankyou.*chuckle
     
    THOMASJIJI410, Oct 23, 2018
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