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Temporary Profile Fix

Fix : https://community.spiceworks.com/how_to/158469-how-to-fix-temporary-profile-in-windows-10 

(Alternate Method Below)

Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Delete the User Profile Folder:

  • Locate the User Profile Folder: Open File Explorer and navigate to C:\Users. Find the folder corresponding to the domain user you want to delete.
  • Delete the Folder: Delete the user’s profile folder. 

2. Delete the Registry Key:

  • Open Registry Editor: Press the Windows key + R, type regedit, and press Enter. 
  • Navigate to ProfileList: In the Registry Editor, navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\ProfileList
  • Find the User’s SID: Look for a key with a long SID (Security Identifier) that corresponds to the deleted user account. 
  • Delete the Key: Right-click the SID key and select “Delete”. 
  • Confirm Deletion: Click “Yes” to confirm the deletion. 

3. (Optional) Verify Deletion:

  • Check for Remnants: After deleting the profile folder and registry key, ensure that there are no remaining files or folders associated with the user. 
  • Empty Recycle Bin: Make sure to empty the Recycle Bin to permanently delete the files. 

Important Notes:

  • Backup Registry:Before making any changes to the registry, it’s crucial to back it up. 
  • Administrator Privileges:You need administrator privileges to delete user profiles and modify the registry. 
  • User Logged Out:Ensure that the user is not logged into the system when deleting their profile. 
  • Troubleshooting:If you encounter issues, try restarting the User Profile Service (services.msc). 

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