Removing an Office 365 account from Windows 11 involves disconnecting the account from both "Other Users" and "Email & accounts" sections within your settings. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Steps to Remove the Account:
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Access Windows Settings: Open the Start menu and click on the Settings icon (usually a gear icon).
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Navigate to Accounts: In the Settings window, click on "Accounts".
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Check "Other Users":
- Select "Other users" from the left-hand menu.
- If the Office 365 account you want to remove is listed here, click on it.
- Click the "Remove" button.
- Close the Settings window.
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Check "Email & accounts":
- Go back to the main "Accounts" page.
- Click on "Email & accounts" from the left-hand menu.
- Look for the Office 365 account you want to remove under the "Accounts used by other apps" section or "Microsoft account" section.
- If you find the account, click on it.
- Click the "Remove" or "Disconnect" button. This will remove the account from Windows 11.
Important Considerations:
- Admin Rights: You might need administrator rights to remove an account from the "Other Users" section.
- Microsoft Account vs. Work or School Account: The steps might vary slightly depending on whether it's a personal Microsoft account or a work/school Office 365 account.
- Data Loss: Removing an account will not delete the account itself, but it will remove its access and synchronization from your Windows 11 device. You won't lose data stored online (e.g., in OneDrive), but any files only stored locally and associated with that account will be inaccessible.
- Reboot: After removing the account, it's a good idea to restart your computer to ensure all changes are applied.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully remove your Office 365 account from Windows 11.
