Windows 11 installation without Microsoft account

By default, Windows 11 installer ask for a Microsoft account, but for many context local account is a better choice.

Install Windows 11 with a local account

Start your Windows installation as intended. When installer ask you for your Microsoft account, disable this option with OOBE:

Use shift+f10 to open command line and execute OOBE\BYPASSNRO:

$Windows CLI with OOBE\BYPASSNNRO$

This will reboot your machine. Make sure to disconnect your network.

Continue the installation.

This time, option I don't have internet is available:

Limited setup install option

Click on it, then confirm with Continue with limited setup and you’ll be asked for details to create your local account.

Local account creation