Windows 10: How to delete the email that is added to built in administrator

Discus and support How to delete the email that is added to built in administrator in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; unable to remove the email address assigned to the built-in Administrator account in Windows 11 Pro. The account settings don’t show any remove option,... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Prasanth Vaddi, May 21, 2025 at 12:57 PM.

  1. How to delete the email that is added to built in administrator


    unable to remove the email address assigned to the built-in Administrator account in Windows 11 Pro. The account settings don’t show any remove option, and even after removing the device from my Microsoft account online, the email still appears to be linked to the built-in Administrator

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    Prasanth Vaddi, May 21, 2025 at 12:57 PM
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  2. Arul_D Win User

    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.
     
  3. Arul_D Win User
    "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.
     
  4. How to delete the email that is added to built in administrator

    delete microsoft account from built in administrator account

    Hi,

    The delete option will not be available if you only have one account logged in on your device. In order to delete the built in administrator account, we suggest that you create another admin account. For a step-by-step guide, click this

    link
    .

    Once you're done, login using the new account. The Delete the account option will be available under
    User accounts.

    Let us know should you need further assistance.
     
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