Tiny11 Stuck on Let’s Add Your Microsoft Account [Fix]

Installing Tiny11 is a great idea to enjoy a faster and lighter version of Windows. However, users frequently complain about getting stuck at the ‘Let’s Add Your Microsoft Account’ screen at startup. This issue can be frustrating, especially for people who want to use a local account instead. However, if Tiny11 is stuck on the Let’s Add Your Microsoft Account screen, you need to bypass the screen. We have mentioned the methods mentioned here to resolve the issue.

Tiny11 Stuck on Let’s add your Microsoft Account

Tiny11 is a lightweight, modified version of Windows 11 designed to reduce system resource usage and storage requirements. It removes unnecessary features and applications, making it ideal for devices with limited hardware capabilities.

If Tiny11 is stuck on the Let’s add your Microsoft account screen, execute the solutions mentioned below:

1. Disconnect from the Internet
2. Use the Command Prompt
3. Enter invalid information
4. Registry modification

Let’s get started with the troubleshooting guide.

1] Disconnect from the Internet

First and foremost, if you are stuck on the Microsoft account screen, an effective and simple way to bypass it is by disconnecting the Internet connection. To do this, follow the steps mentioned below:

1. Physically disconnect the device from the internet when reaching the Microsoft account sign-in screen. Unplug the Ethernet cable if you are using any, and turn off the wifi.
2. Once done, go back one step in the setup, and then move forward again. This will open up the option of setting up a local offline account instead of being forced to use a Microsoft account.
3. If disconnecting the Internet is not possible, click Alt+ F4 while on the Microsoft account screen. This shortcut will close the Microsoft account prompt and will redirect users to the local account creation screen.

However, this doesn’t always work, but it is worth trying.

2] Use the Command Prompt

If, for any reason, the first method didn’t work, then we are going to use the Command Prompt to bypass the screen.

• Open the command prompt by clicking Shift + F10 while on the Microsoft account sign-in screen.
• Once opened, execute the following command to launch Local User Group Managers. Then, you can go ahead and proceed with the installation.

net user Administrator /active:yes

• Alternatively, users can also type the following command and hit Enter. This will automatically restart the device.

OOBE/BYPASSNRO

• Once the device restarts, users will be able to see the option to create a local account during the setup.

This method is quick and works on most versions of Tiny11.

3] Enter invalid information

If neither disconnecting the Internet nor the command prompt method works, there is a third method, and that is to use a fake email address. On the Microsoft screen, enter a random fake email such as [email protected] and type in the password. The setup will attempt to verify the email, fail, and may then allow the users to proceed with creating an offline local account instead.

4] Registry modification

Last but not least, we are going to modify the Windows Registry to trick Windows into offering the offline account setup, even if it is not supposed to. To do the same, follow the steps mentioned below.

• On the Microsoft account setup, click Shift + F10 to open the Command Prompt, and type regedit to launch Registry Editor.
• In Registry Editor, navigate to the OOBE key by following the mentioned location:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup\OOBE

• If the OOBE key doesn’t exist, right-click on Setup, select New> Key, and name it OOBE.
• Inside the OOBE key, right-click the right panel, and then select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value, and rename it to ByPassNRO.
• Double click on it, set the value data to 1, close the Registry Editor and the Command Prompt, and choose Restart.

After reboot, users should now be able to see the option to create a local account during setup.

Read: Stuck on Let’s connect you to a network in Windows

Why can’t I add my Microsoft account to my computer?

Users might face issues while adding their Microsoft account due to common factors such as network issues, incorrect login credentials, or outdated Windows updates. It can also be due to problems with the device’s Azure AD or local policies, or interference from the Firewall or security software, as they block the connection. First and foremost, ensure the Internet is stable and that the above conditions are all in proper order.

Read: Windows install is stuck during Installation

How do I remove the administrator account in Windows 11?

To remove an administrator account in Windows 11, users first need to log in with another admin account. Go to Settings, click on Account, select Other Users, and then select the account you want to remove. Select Remove, and confirm the decision. Alternatively, users can open the Control Panel, navigate to User Accounts, and select Manage another account options. Now, select the account, and click on Delete the account. However, users must ensure that they have at least one active administrator account before deleting.

Also Read: Windows 11 stuck at Ready to install screen.