Can I have 2 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.

How do I create a second Microsoft account?

Select Start > Settings > Accounts > Other users (in some Windows editions, it may be labeled as Other people or Family & other users). Under Work or school users > Add a work or school account, select Add account. Enter that person's user account, select the account type, and then select Add.

Can I have 2 Microsoft accounts with the same email?

If you see a screen asking, "Which account do you want to use?" when you sign in, it means that you may have two accounts with Microsoft using the same email address.

How do I have two Microsoft accounts on the same computer?

You cannot have two Microsoft accounts open simultaneously on one computer, one of the reason is that the accounts can be linked to different features. However, if you have multiple Microsoft accounts, you can create new users according to the accounts and add the accounts in the new users.

Can I have two Microsoft accounts open at the same time?

If you want to have the both account opens at the same time, you can use another browser in accessing both accounts. Another option is to use Linked ID. It is used to link the two accounts just by logging in one account, and then you can go back and forth between two accounts.

Dealing with Multiple Microsoft 365 Accounts

How many Microsoft accounts can you own?

Yes you can have two different Microsoft accounts on the same computer/device.

Can I have two Microsoft 365 Accounts on one computer?

Microsoft 365 Family can be used by up to six people. Each person on the subscription can install Microsoft 365 on all their devices and be signed in to five devices at a time. Microsoft 365 Personal can be used by you. You can install Microsoft 365 on all your devices and be signed in to five devices at a time.

What happens if I have 2 Microsoft accounts?

Having different accounts on a shared PC lets multiple people use the same device, all while giving everyone their own sign-in info, plus access to their own files, browser favorites, and desktop settings.

Does each computer need its own Microsoft account?

Yes, you can use the same Microsoft account on both PCs. Just add the account on the PC as a new user account.

Do I have to buy Microsoft Office for every computer?

One-time purchases can be installed once on either a PC or Mac. You can install Microsoft 365 Family or Personal, on all your devices and sign in to five at the same time―that means you can use the Microsoft 365 apps no matter where you are or what device you're on.

How many Microsoft accounts can you have per email?

One Microsoft Account can only have one <Primary Alias> email address. You cannot have more the one primary email address per MS Account but you can create as many Microsoft/Outlook.com accounts as you want.

Can I delete a Microsoft account and use the same email?

No, any Microsoft addresses in a deleted account cannot be used again.

Should I have multiple Microsoft accounts?

Yes, you can have many Microsoft Accounts, that is not a problem. However, if you have purchased Microsoft apps or games, they are only associated to the Microsoft Account you purchased the software on and those apps or games will not work on another Microsoft Account.

What is the difference between a Microsoft account and a Windows account?

A Local Account Exists on Your Windows Computer Only

A Microsoft account exists on the internet, and you can access it on a range of devices, including computers, phones, and the Xbox family of consoles.

Is a Microsoft Office account different to a Microsoft account?

Your Microsoft Account is not your Business Office 365 account, they are two completely different accounts. One is owned by you as an individual and the other is managed by your company.

How did I get 2 Microsoft accounts?

To add an account, tap your username and then Add account. Then just follow the prompts to add another account. Once added, you'll be able to see all of your accounts by tapping your username. To switch to a different account, you can simply tap to select it.

What is the difference between Microsoft account and Office 365 account?

A Microsoft Account can be used to sign into Microsoft 365 home plans such as Microsoft 365 Personal, for access to Office applications, including the consumer version of OneDrive. With a Microsoft Account, Microsoft controls and manages all of the configuration and settings of the Identity platform.

What is the best way to manage multiple Microsoft accounts?

Shift lets you set up all your Microsoft accounts to operate simultaneously. All you have to do is download Shift, then add each app and login as separate shortcuts. You'll choose a color to go with each login and provide your username and password for each.

Is Microsoft account and email the same?

A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you use with Outlook.com, Hotmail, Office, OneDrive, Skype, Xbox, and Windows. When you create a Microsoft account, you can use any email address as the user name, including addresses from Outlook.com, Yahoo! or Gmail. What is a work or school account?

Can I delete a Microsoft account and start over?

If you delete your Microsoft account, you will lose everything associated with the account. You have a grace period of 60 days to reactivate your account, but you can't retrieve deleted data. To delete your account, navigate to the "Close my account page".

Will deleting my Microsoft account delete my Gmail?

Deleting your Microsoft account will not affect your Gmail account. You can add an @outlook.com alias to the Microsoft account and just remove the Gmail address. Then you will still have a Microsoft account.

Can I delete my Microsoft account and start again?

If you close your Microsoft account, there's a 60-day grace period during which you can change your mind and reopen your account. After 60 days, your Microsoft account will be permanently deleted. See How to close your Microsoft account for more info. Go to account.microsoft.com and sign in.

Can I have two Microsoft accounts with the same phone number?

I'm here to help you the best way I can. According to the user from the answer below, you can add the same phone number for your multiple accounts, but you need to enter the security code after adding your mobile number to the second account (While trying to login to your second Outlook.com account).

Can you buy Microsoft Office for lifetime?

With a lifetime license, you'll keep the 2021 version of Microsoft Office rather than getting the latest software updates as they're released like you would with Microsoft 365. For most users, the savings will be well worth it.

How can I get Microsoft Office without paying?