Windows 10: Set up guest account - how to do it

By default, the administrator and your user account are enabled after Windows 10 installation. Even though you can add a guest account at any time, this is distinct from the actual account. This is namely an account without rights. You can enable this at any time.

How to set up a guest account on Windows 10

A guest account is an account without any privileges on Windows 10. The user cannot install any software or make any changes to the system in this account. By default, it is disabled, but it can be enabled via the console. Depending on the Windows 10 version, different commands are required.

1. If you are using Windows 10 Pro, a corresponding option is already available. First, press the key combination "Windows" key + "R". Now enter "lusrmgr.msc" without quotes in the Run box. In the new window, click on "User" on the left side and then double-click on "Guest" in the middle. Now remove the checkmark from "Disabled". Then restart the system to be able to select the guest account.
2. On Windows 10 Home press "Windows" key + "X". In the list, select the "PowerShell". Enter the command "net user gast /active:yes" in the console and confirm it with the "Enter" key. Now the guest account has been activated and you can access it directly.