# Disabling the default admin account in Windows 10/11

To disable the local administrator account in Windows, you can use either the Command Prompt or the Local Users and Groups manager. Here's how to do it using both methods:

Using Command Prompt  
1\. Open Command Prompt as Administrator:  
\- Right-click the Start button and select “Command Prompt (Admin)” or “Windows PowerShell (Admin)”.

2\. Disable the Administrator Account:  
\- Type the following command and press Enter:

```powershell
net user Administrator /active:no
```

\- This command disables the built-in Administrator account.

Using Local Users and Groups  
1\. Open Local Users and Groups Manager:  
\- Press `**Win + R**` to open the Run dialog.  
\- Type `**lusrmgr.msc**` and press Enter.

2\. Navigate to Users:  
\- In the Local Users and Groups window, click on “Users” in the left panel.

3\. Disable the Administrator Account:  
\- Right-click the “Administrator” account in the center pane and select “Properties.”  
\- Check the box “Account is disabled” in the Administrator Properties window.  
\- Click “OK” or “Apply” to save the changes.

Both methods will effectively disable the local administrator account, enhancing the security of your Windows system.