How to Enable or Disable Auto Sign-In on Microsoft Edge

Turn on or off automatic sign in to Edge

Managing Microsoft Edge auto sign-in directly within the browser’s settings is an option. This setting lets Edge automatically sign you into websites and apps using your Microsoft account, so you don’t have to type your login details every time. Here’s how to turn it on or off.

Here’s how to enable or disable it.

Step 1: Open Microsoft Edge.

Step 2: Click the "Setting and more" button (the 3 horizontal dots) in the top right corner and select "Settings".

Step 3: Select "Profile" on the left side of the Settings page. Click the "Profile preferences" option on the right to expand it.

Step 4: Find the "Automatic sign in on Microsoft Edge" option. Toggle the switch button to turn it on or off.

Step 5: Close the Edge settings page when you're done.

Enable or disable automatic sign in using the Windows Registry

Editing the Windows Registry to manage Microsoft Edge's auto sign-in offers greater control, particularly when handling multiple computers. This change impacts all users on your PC. For safety, always back up the Registry or create a System Restore point before making edits.

Step 1: Open the Windows Registry on your computer.

Step 2: Navigate to this folder path:

Create two new DWORD (32-bit) values in the registry, which are types of settings, for auto sign-in. Name the first new item "DisableLoginPrompts" and the second "HideFirstRunExperience". These values will control whether Microsoft Edge prompts you to sign in when it first opens or after updates.

• WebToBrowserSignInEnabled
• SeamlessWebToBrowserSignInEnabled

Step 4: Double-click on each item you just created. Set the value to 1 to turn on automatic sign-in for all users:

WebToBrowserSignInEnabled = 1
SeamlessWebToBrowserSignInEnabled = 1

Step 5: To turn off automatic sign-in for all users, set the value to 0 instead:

WebToBrowserSignInEnabled = 0
SeamlessWebToBrowserSignInEnabled = 0

Step 6: To restore the default behavior and let users choose, delete both items you created:

• WebToBrowserSignInEnabled
• SeamlessWebToBrowserSignInEnabled

Summary

Two main methods exist for controlling Microsoft Edge's auto sign-in on your Windows computer. You can adjust settings directly within the Edge browser, or leverage the Windows Registry for more advanced control. Choose the method that suits you best. Decide whether you want Edge to sign you in automatically. Options include using Edge settings or the Windows Registry; select the approach that's most convenient.

• You have choices: You can pick whether you want Edge to sign you in automatically or not.
• Two ways to do it: You can use Edge settings or the Windows Registry. Pick whichever is easier for you.
• Syncing across devices: When you use a Microsoft account, your browsing information syncs across all your devices. This makes it easy to pick up where you left off.
• You're in control: These settings let you customize your experience based on what you need.
• Always back up first: Before changing the Windows Registry, create a backup to prevent problems.

Auto sign-in options in Microsoft Edge allow you to customize how the browser starts, giving you control over your browsing experience. You can choose to automatically sign in to your Microsoft account every time you open Microsoft Edge, or disable this feature for increased privacy.