How to Change Your Account Picture in Windows 11

Personalizing your account picture in Windows 11 is a simple way to make it more recognizable. You can change it through various methods: using Settings, via your Microsoft account, or directly from the Photos app. Let’s explore each option.

1. Changing Your Profile Picture Through Windows 11 Settings

1. Open Settings by pressing Win + I or through the Start menu.
2. Go to the Accounts section and select Your info.
3. Under Adjust your picture, choose Browse files to select an image from your computer, or Take a photo to capture a new image with your webcam.
4. Select your desired picture and confirm by clicking Apply. Your profile picture will now be updated to the image you selected.

2. Changing Your Picture Through Your Microsoft Account

If your Windows 11 account is linked to a Microsoft account, your profile picture will sync across all devices where you're logged in with this account. To change it through your Microsoft account:

1. Go to account.microsoft.com and log in to your account.
2. Find the Personal info section and click on your current profile picture.
3. Upload a new picture or take a photo following the on-screen instructions.
4. Once uploaded, your profile picture will be updated across all devices linked to your Microsoft account.

3. Setting Your Profile Picture from the Photos App

You can also set a profile picture directly from the Photos app:

1. Open the Photos app and find the image you want to set as your profile picture.
2. Right-click on the image and choose Set as profile picture.
3. Confirm your selection, and the image will automatically be set as your Windows 11 profile picture.