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How to Reset Group Policy Settings on Windows 10 & 11
Reset the settings via commands in the Command Prompt
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Updated onJune 19, 2024
updated onJune 19, 2024
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TheGroup Policy Editoris a feature allowing users to adjust some Windows 10 and 11 system settings. However, some of our readers have requested to know how to reset Group Policy settings to default after making certain changes to their Windows PC and are now experiencing problems.
In this article, we will provide you with simplified steps to reset Group Policy settings on Windows 10 & 11.
Why should I reset the Group Policy settings?
Resetting Group Policy settings can be necessary in certain situations to address issues or conflicts that may arise within a Windows environment. Below are a few reasons why you might consider resetting:
Above are a few reasons why you might want to reset Group Policy settings. However, before doing this, make sure you back up any important configurations, as it can have significant effects on system behavior and configuration.
Is it dangerous to reset Group Policy settings?
Resetting Group Policy settings can have significant effects (positive and negative) on your system, and if not done properly, it can disrupt the normal operation of your computer, alter permission and access rights, or potentially lose customizations.
While it’s not inherently dangerous, it is important to proceed cautiously and take necessary precautions. Now, let’s proceed to safe ways to reset Group Policy settings.
How can I reset Group Policy Settings?
Before attempting any of the methods provided on how to reset Group Policy settings, you need to perform some preliminary checks:
Having confirmed the above checks, you can explore the methods provided below to reset it.
1. Reset using Local Group Policy Editor
By following the steps above, you will have reset the settings using theLocal GP Editor. However, if you haveissues running Command Prompt, you can check our detailed guide on how to fix it.
2. Reset via the Command Prompt
Unlike the first method, wherein the Local Group Policy Editor is not available in Windows 10 Home, but in Pro, Enterprise, and Educationeditions, this method is helpful for Windows 10 Home version.
And that’s it on how to reset Group Policy settings on Windows 10 and 11. Hopefully one of the methods provided in this guide will work for you.
Similarly, if theGroup Policy is not applying your changes, you can explore our detailed guide to know how to fix the issue.
If you have any questions or suggestions, or possibly another method on how to reset Group Policy settings on Windows 10 and 11, feel free to drop them in the comment section.
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Coming from a solid background in PC building and software development, with a complete expertise in touch-based devices, he is constantly keeping an eye out for the latest and greatest!
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Vlad Turiceanu
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Coming from a solid background in PC building and software development, he’s a Windows 11 Privacy & Security expert.
