Disable credential Prompts for Remote Desktop Connections

Remote Desktop (RDP) is a lifesaver when you need to access another computer quickly. But those credential prompts—where you have to enter your username and password every time—can get old fast, especially if you trust the devices on your network. Want to skip that step? Here’s how to disable credential prompts for Remote Desktop connections, so you can log in faster and stay productive.

Why Disable Credential Prompts?

By default, Windows asks for credentials every time you connect to a remote system. That’s good for security, but on a secure and private network, it’s just another obstacle. Disabling these prompts is handy for:

• Internal office setups
• Home networks
• Lab environments

Warning: Only do this on trusted networks. Skipping credential prompts can make unauthorized access easier if your network isn’t secure.

Step 1: Add the Remote Computer to Trusted Hosts

Windows uses Credential Manager and security policies to determine if a remote PC is trusted. Adding the remote machine as a trusted host is the first step.

1. Open PowerShell as Administrator
   Search for “PowerShell,” right-click, and choose “Run as administrator.”
2. Run This Command:
   Set-Item WSMan:\localhost\Client\TrustedHosts -Value "RemotePCName"
   Replace RemotePCName with the name or IP of your remote PC.
   To allow all hosts (less secure), use:
   Set-Item WSMan:\localhost\Client\TrustedHosts -Value "*"

Step 2: Save Your Credentials

Windows allows you to save your credentials for specific remote connections.

1. Open Credential Manager
   Go to Control Panel > User Accounts > Credential Manager.
2. Add a Windows Credential
   • Click “Add a Windows credential.”
   • Enter the remote PC’s name or IP.
   • Enter your username and password.

Now, when you connect via RDP, Windows will use these saved credentials.

Step 3: Edit Group Policy to Suppress Prompts

You can tweak a group policy setting to avoid being prompted every time.

1. Open Local Group Policy Editor
   Press Win + R, type gpedit.msc, and press Enter.
2. Navigate to:
   Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > System > Credentials Delegation
3. Enable Credential Delegation Policies
   • Find “Allow delegating saved credentials with NTLM-only server authentication.”
   • Double-click, set to “Enabled.”
   • Click “Show…” and add the value: TERMSRV/*
   • Do the same for “Allow delegating saved credentials.”
4. Apply and Reboot

Step 4: Connect Using Remote Desktop

Now, launch Remote Desktop Connection (mstsc). Enter the computer name, and you should connect straight in—no extra credential prompt.

Quick Recap

• Add remote PCs to Trusted Hosts (PowerShell).
• Save credentials in Windows Credential Manager.
• Enable credentials delegation in Group Policy.
• Enjoy seamless RDP connections!

Reminder: Use these steps only on networks you control and trust. Never skip credential prompts on public or unsecured networks.

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Mark Vincent

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