Ntuser.dat Apr 2026

Every user account on a Windows machine has its own unique NTUSER.DAT file. You can typically find it at: C:\Users\[YourUsername]\NTUSER.DAT

When you log into Windows, the operating system "mounts" this file into the Windows Registry under the section . This hive contains everything that makes your computer yours , including: Desktop wallpaper and theme choices. Taskbar and Start menu configurations. Printer and hardware preferences. Browser history and saved form data. NTUSER.DAT

A list of the last 26 paths typed into the File Explorer address bar. Every user account on a Windows machine has