How to delete a user off MacBook?

In this guide, learn the step-by-step process to securely delete a user account from a MacBook, ensuring the removal of personal data and settings while maintaining system integrity.

Instructions on removing a user from a MacBook

To delete a user account from a MacBook, follow these steps:

1. Access Users & Groups:
   • Click the Apple logo in the top left corner of the screen and choose “System Preferences.”
   • Within System Preferences, select “Users & Groups.”
2. Unlock User Preferences:
   • Click the lock icon in the bottom left corner and enter the administrator username and password to unlock settings for changes.
3. Select User for Deletion:
   • On the left-hand side, select the user account you want to remove from the list of users.
4. Remove User Account:
   • Click the “-” (minus) icon located below the list of users.
   • A prompt will appear asking if you want to delete the home folder associated with the user account. Select “Delete the Home Folder” or “Keep a Copy” based on your preference.
5. Confirmation and Deletion:
   • Click “Delete User” to confirm and delete the selected user account.
   • Once confirmed, the user account will be deleted from the MacBook, along with its associated data and settings.
6. Considerations:
   • Ensure you are logged in as an administrator or have administrative privileges to delete user accounts.
   • Back up any important files or data associated with the user account before deletion to prevent data loss.
7. Post-Deletion Cleanup (Optional):
   • After deleting the user account, you may want to clear any residual files or settings associated with the deleted account manually.
   • Go to the “Users” folder in the Finder and remove any remaining user-specific data or folders if needed.

Note: Deleting a user account will remove all associated data, files, settings, and preferences linked to that account from the MacBook. Ensure you have backed up any necessary information before performing this action. Additionally, only delete user accounts you are certain you no longer require access to, as this action cannot be undone, and the deleted data may not be recoverable.

What authentication credentials are required to unlock the user preferences for changes?