How to Change Administrator on Windows 10 - Easy Steps

Intro: Learn how to change administrators on Windows 10 effortlessly to manage security settings, software, files, and user accounts. If you're locked out or lost admin rights, follow these steps for a quick solution.

Method 1: Change Administrator via Windows 10 Settings

Log in with an administrator account to change user roles.

Open the Start menu by clicking the Windows logo in the bottom-left corner.

Select the gear-shaped Settings icon above the power icon.

Click on "Accounts" in the Settings menu.

Choose "Family & other users" from the sidebar.

Pick the user account from the "Other users" list.

Click "Change account type."

Select "Administrator" from the dropdown menu.

Save changes by clicking "OK."

Ensure at least one user always has Administrator privileges.

Method 2: Change Administrator via Control Panel

Search for "Control Panel" in the Windows search bar.

Open the Control Panel app from the search results.

Click on "Change account type" under "User Accounts."

Select the user you want to grant admin rights.

Click "Change the account type."

Choose the "Administrator" option.

Confirm by clicking "Change Account Type."

Verify changes on the previous screen.

Maintain at least one user with Administrator privileges.

Don't get stuck without admin access! If you're interested, also explore our guide on resetting Windows 10 administrator passwords.