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Can a child under 13 have a Microsoft account?

For under-thirteens: Parental consent required
If your child is under 13, they'll be asked to have you provide consent for their account. Click “I'm a parent or guardian”.
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Can you make a Microsoft account for a under 13?

Microsoft have a minimum age limit of 13 for Microsoft Accounts, that can be used to access Microsoft Services that are accessed through a Microsoft Account, otherwise Parental Consent is required: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-bil...
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How do I create a Microsoft account for my child?

Web
  1. Visit family.microsoft.com.
  2. Select Create a family group. Sign into or create a Microsoft account.
  3. Add family members by email or phone number to create your family group.
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What is the minimum age requirement for a Microsoft account?

Microsoft complies with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) regarding online account creation for children under the age of 13. To verify that an adult is giving a child permission to create a new Microsoft Account, COPPA requires that a small amount be charged to the adult's credit card.
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How do I create a Microsoft account for my child online?

Web
  1. Using a web browser, visit family.microsoft.com. Sign into your Family Safety account.
  2. Click Add a family member.
  3. Enter family member's phone number or email address and click Next.
  4. Decide family member's role (member or organizer) and click Next > Invite. Note: Invitee will receive a link to join via email.
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How To Edit Your Age Set In Your Microsoft Account (2021)

How do I create a Microsoft account for my child without email?

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  1. Press Windows key + R.
  2. Type control userpasswords2 and click OK.
  3. Click on add under users tab.
  4. Click the option, "Sign-in without a Microsoft account.
  5. Click on Local account.
  6. Choose a name for the account.
  7. Add password if you want to.
  8. Apply and click OK.
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What is considered a child Microsoft account?

Accounts are considered a child account until 21 years old.
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Can a child have their own Microsoft account?

Your child will need to accept the invitation from their email address. Once your child has been added to your family with a Microsoft account, you'll be able to set up appropriate website and app and game filters for their age, set screen time limits, and review their recent activity.
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How do I change my age on Microsoft under 13?

Sign in to Your info on the Microsoft account website. Select Edit your personal info. Change your birthdate, and select Save.
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How do I bypass age restrictions on Microsoft store?

Using the parent's Microsoft account, sign in to Security & privacy on the Microsoft account website. Select Manage permissions for children. For the child's account that you want to change, select Edit and then follow the instructions. Was this reply helpful?
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Can my child get free Microsoft Office?

Students and educators at eligible institutions can sign up for Office 365 Education for free, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and now Microsoft Teams, plus additional classroom tools. Use your valid school email address to get started today.
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How do I set up an email account for my child?

Go to the create your Google Account page. Follow the instructions on the screen to create your child's account. You'll enter info like your child's name, the email address they want, and their birthday. Sign in with your own Google Account and choose a way to provide parental consent for your child's account.
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Does each family member need a Microsoft account?

Each person can install Office on all their devices and be signed in to Office on five devices at the same time. To install Office, they sign in to www.office.com using their own Microsoft account. If they don't already have a Microsoft account, they can create one when they accept your invitation to share. It's free.
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Do kids need a Microsoft account for Minecraft?

Minecraft: Bedrock Edition, Minecraft: Java Edition, Minecraft Dungeons and Minecraft Realms (Bedrock and Java Edition) require an Xbox Live or Microsoft account even if you're not playing on Xbox or another Microsoft platform. Parents can set up and manage these accounts for their kids too.
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What happens to your Microsoft account when you turn 13?

The account will still exist, but it won't have the benefits or restrictions it had when it was within the family group. https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/402770... Best regards, Rene O.
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How do I create a Microsoft account for my child on Xbox?

Press the Xbox button  on your controller to open the guide. Select Profile & system, and then sign in to your account. Press the Xbox button  again to open the guide, and then select Profile & system > Settings > Account > Family settings > Manage family members. Select Add to family > Add new.
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How do I change my age on my Xbox account under 13?

Set content restrictions by age
  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide, and then go to Profile & system > Settings > Account > Family settings.
  2. Select Manage family members, and then choose the member whose settings you want to update.
  3. Under Access to content, select the desired age-level.
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Why does Microsoft ask for age?

We require a date of birth for all Microsoft accounts to promote child safety in accordance with applicable laws and to provide you with the best user experience.
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How do I control my child's Microsoft account?

Select More Options under your child's name and choose Content Restrictions. Activate Block Inappropriate Apps And Games and Block Inappropriate Websites. Add any apps or websites you wish to block or allow and select an appropriate age rating. Select the Activity tab and expand Manage.
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Why does my Microsoft account need a parent?

Helping users safely navigate web, app, and game content is one of Microsoft's top priorities. If you live in a region that requires permission to create an account and access Microsoft services, you may be prompted to request or give parental consent.
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Are you allowed to have multiple Microsoft accounts?

You can only be signed in with one Microsoft account at a time, but you can have multiple accounts (such as other family members or your work account) on your computer.
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Why is my Microsoft account under 18?

If you're under the age of 18, follow the steps on your console to have your parent sign in and add you to a Microsoft family. If you're over the age of 18, have your parent remove you from the family. They'll have to sign in to account.microsoft.com/family, select your profile, and select remove.
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Why can't i change my age on my Microsoft account?

If you didn't give parental consent for their account, you won't be able to change their birth date.
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Can you change childs age on Microsoft account?

Using the adult Microsoft account, sign in to your account on family.microsoft.com. Choose the family member, select then Manage consent. In the Manage permissions page of the child's account you want to change, at the right, select Edit this child's personal info and then follow the instructions.
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Does my child need an email for Xbox?

Was this reply helpful? Well, in order to add or manage a kid in the Xbox Family settings, the kid HAS TO have a Microsoft Account. Usually the Microsoft Account is an existing email, so there is no way around creating one. However, the Live service has a lot of settings to protect kids.
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