How to Enable the Hidden Administrator Account in Windows 11

Windows 11, like previous versions of Microsoft’s OS, includes a hidden Administrator account with extended privileges. This account can be particularly useful for system management tasks that require full control. Unlike a standard user account with admin rights, this account offers unrestricted access to all features and settings within the operating system. In this guide, we’ll go through the steps to enable the hidden Administrator account in Windows 11.

Security Warning

Before activating the hidden Administrator account, it’s crucial to understand the associated risks. This account provides full access to the system, so it should be used carefully and only by experienced users. Limit its use to tasks that truly require elevated rights, and disable the account once you’ve finished.

Steps to Enable the Administrator Account

1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator

To enable the hidden account, you’ll need to use the Command Prompt with administrative privileges:

  • Press Win + X or right-click the Start menu.
  • Select “Terminal (Admin)” or “Command Prompt (Admin)” (depending on your Windows 11 version).

2. Enable the Account Using a Command

Once Command Prompt is open, type the following command and press Enter:

net user Administrator /active:yes

This command will activate the hidden Administrator account. If the command is successful, you’ll see a confirmation message.

3. Set a Password for the Administrator Account

To secure the account, set a password by entering the following command, replacing “YourPassword” with your desired password:

net user Administrator YourPassword

This will protect the account with a password, helping to prevent unauthorized access.

How to Disable the Administrator Account

Once you’ve completed your tasks, it’s best to disable the account for security reasons. In the Command Prompt with administrative rights, run the following command:

net user Administrator /active:no

This command will disable the account, making it inaccessible on the login screen.