Unlinking OneDrive Cloud Icon: Nonexistent Account in Windows 10

Unlinking OneDrive Cloud Icon in Windows 10 for Nonexistent Account

If you have two OneDrive accounts linked to your PC and want to unlink one of them, you may encounter an issue where the selected cloud icon doesn't take you through the unlinking process. This article will guide you through the steps to unlink a OneDrive account in Windows 10, even if the account no longer exists.

Why Can't I Unlink My OneDrive Account?

There could be several reasons why you can't unlink your OneDrive account. One common reason is that the account no longer exists, and you can't provide the necessary credentials to authenticate the unlinking process. Another reason could be that the OneDrive application is not functioning correctly, preventing you from unlinking the account.

Manually Unlinking OneDrive Account

To manually unlink your OneDrive account, follow these steps:

1. Press the Windows key + X and select Apps and Features.
2. Scroll down to Microsoft OneDrive and click on it.
3. Click on Uninstall and follow the prompts to uninstall OneDrive.
4. After uninstalling OneDrive, restart your computer.
5. Once your computer has restarted, reinstall OneDrive by going to the Microsoft OneDrive download page and following the prompts to download and install the application.
6. Once OneDrive is installed, you will be prompted to sign in with your Microsoft account. Sign in with the account that you want to keep linked to your PC.
7. After signing in, OneDrive will automatically link to your PC.

Alternative Solution

If you still can't unlink your OneDrive account, you can try the following alternative solution:

1. Press the Windows key + R and type regedit to open the Registry Editor.
2. Navigate to HKEY\_LOCAL\_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDesktop\NameSpace\{018D5C66-4533-4307-9B53-224DE2ED1FE6}.
3. Right-click on the {018D5C66-4533-4307-9B53-224DE2ED1FE6} key and select Delete.
4. Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer.

Unlinking a OneDrive account in Windows 10 can be challenging, especially if the account no longer exists. However, by following the steps outlined in this article, you can manually unlink your OneDrive account and reinstall the application to link a different account. Alternatively, you can delete the OneDrive key in the Registry Editor to remove the OneDrive icon from your desktop.

References

• Microsoft Support: Unlink your OneDrive account from your device
• Windows Central: How to unlink OneDrive from Windows 10
• GroovyPost: How to Unlink OneDrive from Windows 10