How to Make a User Administrator in Windows 11
Making a user an administrator in Windows 11 gives that account full control to install apps, change system settings, and manage other profiles on your PC. Standard user accounts block system-wide changes, but administrator accounts let you bypass those restrictions.
You can change any account type through the Settings app in Windows 11 by opening Accounts and selecting Family & other users. Choose the person you want to update, click Change account type, and switch them from Standard User to Administrator.
Go to Settings Accounts Other Users. Select the user, click Change account type, and choose Administrator from the dropdown menu. This grants them full control over your PC.
What is an Administrator Account?
An administrator account in Windows 11 is a special user profile that gives you full control over the computer. Unlike a standard account, an administrator account lets you install new apps, change important system settings, and manage other people who use the same PC.
- Standard User: Can use the computer but cannot make big changes. They cannot install software.
- Administrator: Has full access. Can change almost anything on the PC.
A new user account on Windows 11 begins as a Standard User, limiting their computer control. To grant a user more authority, changing their account type to Administrator is necessary. An Administrator account allows the user to install software and change PC settings.
How to Change a User to Administrator
You can make a user administrator in Windows 11 by opening the Settings app and changing their account type. This process takes less than a minute and requires you to have your own administrator login ready to approve the change.
- Open the Settings App💡TipClick on the Start menu (the Windows icon on the bottom left) and select Settings.
Or press Win+I on your keyboard to open Settings quickly. Learn more about Windows Settings
- Go to Accounts
In the Settings window, click on Accounts from the menu on the left side.
- Choose Other Users
On the right side, find and click the Other Users section to see the list of users.
- Select the User You Want to Change
Click the user account you want to make an Administrator.
Windows Accounts Others - Change Account Type⚠️WarningClick the Change account type button. ⚠️ This step requires admin privileges.
Click the Change account type button. ⚠️ This step requires admin privileges.
Changing user account type in Windows 11 settings for permissions. - Set to Administrator
In the pop-up window, click the drop-down menu and select Administrator, then click OK.
windows 11 change account type
That's it! The user now has Administrator rights on your Windows 11 PC.
Important Tips
- Only give Administrator rights to people you trust. They can change important settings.
- If you want to change roles later, just come back to Settings Accounts Other Users
- Keep an eye on user accounts and their permissions. This keeps your PC safe.
Summary
Making someone an Administrator in Windows 11 means giving them full control over your PC, which you do through Settings Accounts Other Users by changing their account type to Administrator.
How do I add admin privileges to a user?
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