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Can two people use the same Microsoft account on Minecraft?

Players can theoretically have their accounts linked and logged in on a Switch, an Xbox, a PlayStation, a Windows 10 computer, and their phones simultaneously. Microsoft does not put a limit on how many devices can have an account on them. Every device that can have the title can have the same account.
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Can more than one person use a Microsoft account for Minecraft?

In your situation, it would be necessary that one of you create a new Microsoft account, and purchase Minecraft (Java) on that account to be able to play together. There's no way to share the game, given that you and your daughter would be playing in the same account.
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Can two people use the same Microsoft account?

You can share your Microsoft 365 Family subscription with up to five other people. Each person will use their own Microsoft account to install Office on all their devices and be signed in to five at the same time.
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Can two computers share the same 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.
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Can Microsoft account be shared?

If you've purchased Microsoft 365 Family, you can share your subscription benefits with up to five other people in your household, at no extra cost. Sign in to your Microsoft account, Sharing page. Be sure to use the same Microsoft account that you used to set up your Microsoft 365 Family subscription.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft for each Microsoft account?

No, absolutely you do not need to buy the game again. Download the launcher from this link: https://launcher.mojang.com/download/MinecraftI... Ensure you sign in using the same account you purchased.
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Do I need to buy Minecraft for each device?

Buying Minecraft

This requires a one-time purchase for the account. The account has to be compatible with the device. Example: Pocket Edition for iOS and Android; PC version for computer. Accounts cannot be shared are used simultaneously.
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Can I share Minecraft with family?

App purchases

For example, if you are the Organiser and have purchased Minecraft on your iOS device, each member in the Family Sharing Group can download their own copy of the game on their Apple device without requesting your Apple ID and password.
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Do you have to buy Minecraft twice for two accounts?

Really depends on your use case. You only need one copy of the actual game installed if they are taking turns playing. If you want them to play multiplayer, you will need to purchase two accounts, one for each kid. This also allows them to easily have their own name and "skin" in game.
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How much is a Microsoft account for Minecraft?

Microsoft accounts are free to set up and use on any Minecraft device.
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Is my Minecraft account the same as my Microsoft account?

All the information in your Mojang account will transfer to your Microsoft account, including your in-game username, worlds, content, and capes.
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Why can't I play Minecraft when I already bought it?

If it's Minecraft for Windows, simply sign out your account on Microsoft Store then restart your PC before signing back in. If this is Minecraft Java Edition please do the same, sign out on your Microsoft Launcher then restart before signing back in.
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Do you need a Microsoft account to play Minecraft with friends on switch?

A Microsoft account is optional and not required to play Minecraft on Nintendo Switch. It's a free account that you can use to sign in on a device.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft on switch if I already have an account?

Players who already own Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition can download the new version of Minecraft free of charge.
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How to play with friends on Minecraft with Microsoft account?

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  1. On the home page.
  2. click sign in [bottom left]
  3. sign in with Microsoft account.
  4. click on play.
  5. click menu.
  6. select friend.
  7. invite to game.
  8. send invite.
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Do you have to have a Microsoft account to play with friends?

You and your friend are able to play with one another. Your friend will need to create a Microsoft account through the Xbox website.
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When you buy Minecraft once does it work for all your accounts?

Each player needs their own Minecraft account, so you'll have to pay again if you want to play with your child: one account for you, one for your child.
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Can I buy Minecraft and use it on multiple devices?

Microsoft does not put a limit on how many devices can have an account on them. Every device that can have the title can have the same account.
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Why is it telling me to rebuy Minecraft?

1: You bought Minecraft on a different account than the one that you tried to log in with. 2: You tried to use a different edition of Minecraft than the one that you bought. If every thing is exactly the same as when you last used Minecraft, you might have to rebuy the game.
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Why does Minecraft say my Microsoft account is already connected?

When you see this error message, it means that the Microsoft account is already connected to another account on the PlayStation™ Network. The solution is to link the PSN™ ID to a different Microsoft account since the Microsoft Account you're attempting to use is already connected to a different PSN™ ID.
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What happens if you unlink your Microsoft account on Minecraft?

If you choose to unlink accounts, then purchases will be returned to the account which made the purchase. Even after unlinking, Microsoft and PlayStation® accounts can only be re-linked to the original account.
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Is it OK to buy Minecraft accounts?

Buying and selling Minecraft accounts goes against our Terms of Service and we are unable to provide support for accounts that were purchased from resellers or third-party sites.
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How do I know which Microsoft account is linked to Minecraft?

After logging in click on the "Privacy" option after going down the page and find the "Apps and services" option by clicking you will be directed to another page where apps, games, etc. will appear that are linked to your account.
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Is Minecraft a monthly fee?

Subscriptions are available as a recurring monthly payment or in packages for six months. There is also a three-month option with the Minecraft: Java Edition.
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Can I play Minecraft without paying?

Can I play Minecraft for free? Yes, you can play Minecraft for free on classic.minecraft.net, with no need to download or install anything. You can also try the Minecraft demo version or can play Minecraft free game by running it on an online server.
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