How to Remove User Profile in Windows XP

Each Microsoft Windows user profile corresponds to a user account on that computer. The information contained in that profile can only be accessed by that specific user or the computer's administrator account (admin). Removing a user profile in Windows XP is a simple task that only takes about two minutes to complete. You must be logged in as your computer's admin to remove a user profile.

Instructions

1. Boot up your PC and log in to your Windows XP admin account on the computer's "Welcome" screen. If you haven't designated one, type "Administrator" into the log-in box and type your admin password into the "Password" box. If you haven't designated a password, leave the box empty and click "OK."

2. Click the "Start" button on the desktop taskbar and click the "Control Panel" option on the right side of the menu.

3. Select "System" to open the System menu.

4. Click the "Advanced" tab. Select "Settings" under the "User Profiles" section.

5. Highlight the profile you want removed by clicking it. Remove it by clicking the "Delete" button. Close the window by clicking "OK" when you're finished.

References

• Microsoft: To Delete a User Profile
• Microsoft: Log in as Admin
• Indiana University: What Is a User Profile?