How to Transfer User Profile to Another Drive

A user profile consists of your data, such as your Desktop, Documents, and other account settings. Check the default location of your Windows profile on the C: drive: C:\Users\your username. Typically, personal data is stored on the C drive by default. What if your C drive is running out of space? It might not be able to accommodate continually updating data, and you might need to move user files to another drive or PC to free up storage space.

Now let's see how to move the user profile to another drive and how to transfer user profiles from one computer to another with a brief overview:

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How to Move User Profile to Another Drive - 3 Methods

Redirecting the user folder location can be accomplished in three ways: one using an automated software and two using built-in features.

Method 1: Using Todo PCTrans Free

The latest version of the Todo PCTrans Free tool now offers the capability to transfer user profiles to another drive for free. It can automatically identify User Profile-related folders on your computer, presenting them in a single, intuitive interface, and enabling you to relocate them with a straightforward click.

For regular users, it's the simplest way to change your file location from one hard drive to another.

Download the tool Todo PCTrans Free and transfer your User Profile in just a few seconds:

Step 1. Click "Large File Cleanup" on the left panel, and then hit the "Start" button.

Step 2. Click on the "Folder" tab, select the folders you wish to move. Choose the destination drive and hit the "Move" button.

Step 3. Wait for the moving process to complete. Click "Finish".

Note: You can click the "Restore" button to restore the current folder to its default location.

Upon relocating the target folders to the new drive, you can utilize the "Restore" button adjacent to them to revert them back to their original location. This software also facilitates the movement of applications to a different drive. If you're seeking an efficient solution, we recommend this software.

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Method 2: Apply File Explorer Settings

The methods for relocating User Profile folders to another drive can vary depending on the operating system in use. Ensure you follow the appropriate guide accordingly:

#1. How to Move User Profile to Another Drive in Windows 10, Windows 11

In the following steps, we will use File Explorer settings as an example to illustrate how to "move the user folder from C to D":

Step 1. Open File Explorer.

Step 2. Navigate to the new location where you wish to save your data.

Step 3. Click "New Folder" and name it Documents, Music, Downloads, Pictures, Videos.

Step 4. Navigate to the C drive.

Step 5. Right-click the folder you wish to move, and then select "Properties" from the drop-down menu.

Step 6. Select the "Location" tab > Click the "Move..." button > Choose a new file location on the D drive.

Step 7. Select the newly created folder on drive D, and click "Select Folder" > In the Properties window, click OK to apply the changes.

Step 8. Click Yes.

#2. How to Move the User Folder to Another Drive in Windows 7:

Step 1. Type "View advanced system settings" in the search box and click to open it.

Step 2. Go to the "Advanced" tab > In the "User Profiles" section, click the "Settings..." button.

Step 3. On the User Profiles window, click the profile you want to move, and then click the "Copy To..." button.

Step 4. Navigate to select a file location and click "OK".

Method 3: Utilize the Registry Editor

Step 1. Press Windows + R to open the Run box. Type "regedit" and click OK.

Step 2. Navigate to the path: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\User Shell Folders

Step 3. Right-click on the files and select the "Modify..." option.

Step 4. Enter a new location and restart your PC.

Bonus Tip: Transfer User Profile from One Computer to Another

If you're seeking a direct method to transfer a user profile to a new PC, you can utilize the professional PC transfer tool, Todo PCTrans. This tool allows you to transfer user accounts with just one click, encompassing User Account Settings, User Data, Personalization, and Power Options.

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Step 1. Install and launch Todo PCTrans on both computers. On the source PC, choose "PC to PC" to proceed.

Step 2. Choose the transfer direction - as either the Old PC or the New PC.

Ensure that both PCs are connected to the same Local Area Network (LAN). Connect to the target PC either by its IP address or by adding it manually. Enter the login credentials (account and password) for the target PC, and then establish the connection by clicking on "Connect."

Step 3. Click on the "Accounts" section to specify the User Accounts and Settings you want to transfer.

Step 4. Enter the user account and password of the source computer, and select the User Account Settings, User Data, and other settings that you want to transfer.

Step 5. After making your selection, click "Transfer" to start transferring user accounts and settings.

If you find the above methods helpful for moving the User Profile folder to the desired location on your computer, please feel free to share this tutorial article to assist more of your friends online.

To Sum Up

In this article, we have outlined three methods to transfer user profiles to another drive and one solution for migrating user folders to another computer. To save time and avoid data loss, we recommend using the data transfer software, Todo PCTrans, to efficiently relocate User Profile folders to your desired location.

Select the viable solution based on your preference! If you have any queries, reach out to techsupport@tools.com.

Frequently Asked Questions About Transferring User Profile to a New Drive or New PC

Here, we've gathered some popular topics regarding transferring the User Profile folder. If you're interested, follow along to find the answers here:

**1. Can I move the User Profile to a new drive for free?**

Indeed, changing the location of your User Profile on a Windows computer can be done for free. All you need is to employ reliable methods, as outlined on this page above. You can utilize tools like Todo PCTrans Free or Windows' built-in utilities such as File Explorer or Registry Editor to perform the operation.

2. What is the easiest way to transfer a User Profile to another computer in Windows Server 2012?

For Windows Server computers, if the user profiles are large and critical, we recommend using a reliable PC transfer software like Todo PCTrans Technician. This tool is designed to help Windows Server users migrate and move all desired data, programs, and even account settings successfully to a target disk or a new Server computer.

For a step-by-step tutorial, please refer to this guide for assistance: Migrate User Profile to New Server.

3. What should I do when the Windows 10 Copy User Profile option is grayed out?

When you encounter the issue of unable to copy the user profile on your Windows PC with the option grayed out, there could be several reasons behind this error. To resolve this problem, you can first:

1. First, switch to your user account, restart your PC, and log in with your administrator account.
2. Use the tool Todo PCTrans to transfer your User Profile to the target location.
3. After that, you can return to the C drive on your computer and delete the old folder.