Password-protected sharing is a Windows 10 feature that stops other users from accessing shared files, printers, or public folders. Some users reported that the Off button wouldn’t stick when using this feature. Other users were able to move the button to the Off position but reported that the settings didn’t change after restarting the computer. Here’s a series of solutions that should help you to fix this problem once and for all.

Why can’t I turn off password protected sharing?

Below are some of the reasons the turn off password protected sharing is not working on your PC:

Wrong settings: If the password protected sharing is off but still asking for a password, it might be because the registry value is still active. You can fix this quickly by modifying your registry. Issues with the guest account: In some cases, this problem might be caused by the password in your guest account. The solution to this is to remove the password.

How do I turn off password protected sharing?

1. Turn off Password Protected Sharing from the Control Panel

First, you can try to turn off the Password Protected Sharing from the Control Panel and see if it works properly.

2. Remove the Guest account password

If method 1 does not work, you could have to remove the Guest account password. To do so, follow the steps above.

3. Remove Password Protected Sharing from User Accounts

Alternatively, you can try removing the password using the Registry Editor. SPONSORED

4. Modify registry entries using the Registry Editor

We recommend modifying the registry entries manually, and being very careful while making these changes. A simple mistake could have dramatic impacts on your system.

5. Check the Password never expires on property

An alternative solution would be to change the password’s expiry status. If you are able to remove the sharing security password, be aware that public folders and printers are now accessible to other devices. If your folder can’t be shared on Windows 10, check our detailed guide to fix it for good. Feel free to let us know the solution that helped you fix this issue in the comments below.

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