How to Fix Temporary Profile Error in Windows 10? 6 Easy Solutions

If Windows keeps logging you in with temporary profiles, you are most likely dealing with a corrupted file. There are many ways to deal with this, which we’ve discussed in our article.

Along with our fixes, we also ran through some other information that you may like to know. Read ahead.

How Do You Fix Temporary Profile Error in Windows 10?

The issue is most likely due to a corrupted file. Usually, performing an SFC scan should help. Sometimes, updating your operating system can help as well – you may be using an older OS version that has bugged out.

To give you the best idea, we discussed all the fixes to try in-depth below.

Solution 1: SFC Scan

Performing an SFC scan should help fix the issue most of the time. Just remember that this can take a while. So, don’t turn your computer off.

Here’s what you do:

• Launch the Start menu
• Enter the cmd command
• Click on Run as Administrator to open the command prompt
• Run the following command –
• Hit Enter

Wait for the process to complete and then reboot your computer.

Solution 2: Safe Mode

Most users have heard of Safe Mode before – it’s when your computer runs in its default state. Entering it might do the trick.

All you do is:

• Press the Windows Key + L to open your PC’s settings
• Click on Update & Security
• Go to the Recovery section (on the left-hand corner)
• Click Restart Now > Advanced Startup
• Go to Troubleshoot and then click on Advanced options
• Click on Startup Settings and then hit Restart
• Choose any version of Safe Mode from the startup screen once your computer reboots

While in Safe Mode, wait a while to see if the error pops up. Around 5 minutes is enough.

Solution 3: Disable Antivirus

Although your computer’s Antivirus is important, it can cause annoying problems like the one in question. It may assume an important Windows component is malicious and act up.

The only way around this would be to disable your Antivirus. Just remember to re-enable it after you sign in, as your OS would be at risk otherwise.

Here’s what you do:

• Click on Start
• Enter Windows Security
• Wait for the app to pop up and then tap on it
• Go to Virus & Threat protection
• Click on Manage Settings
• Toggle Real Time protection off

We recommend restarting your computer afterward. Check if the issue is still popping up. Keep in mind that you need to re-enable your firewall once you’re done.

Solution 4: Update Your Windows OS

Various issues can pop up when your operating system is outdated. Ask yourself when you updated your OS last. If you haven’t, this could cause it.

Before I get on to how to update your OS, remember that you will need a stable internet connection.

If you’re using an older OS, you would have been getting update prompts lately.

Here’s what you do:

• Press the Windows Key + L to open the Settings menu
• Click on Update & Security
• Select Check for Updates
• You will see updates available if there are any (download the latest)

Your internet connection and the size of the update will affect how long it will take. Sit back and relax while it finishes.

Solution 5: Restart Computer

Before we move onto our last fix, we recommend restarting your computer. The hiccup might have popped up because of an isolated glitch, which the reboot should fix.

To do this, click on the Windows icon, tap the Power icon, and then hit restart. Hopefully, the problem will be gone now.

Solution 6: Customer Support

It might be time to contact the store you bought your computer from. The issue could be due to a stubborn defect that’s just rearing its head. You should be able to get any damages fixed for free depending on your warranty.

Fixing Temporary Profile Issues in Windows 10

There are many ways to fix the problem. If an SFC scan can’t fix it, you can try updating your operating system, as well as temporarily disabling your anti-virus.

Some users have had luck restarting their computer too. We recommend you do this if nothing else worked – the issue could be due to a minor isolated glitch.

Hopefully, you found everything that was discussed useful.