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Can Xbox users see my name?

With the Share my real name option, you can let people on your friends list know your real name and let them share it with their friends, making it easier to discover people whom you already know on Xbox.
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What can people see on your Xbox account?

Online status & history settings allow you to control if others see when you're online, what you're watching or listening to, and your game and app usage. Communication & multiplayer settings allow you to control if others can see your activity feed and how you connect to others through messaging and in-game.
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Does Xbox tell someone when you view their profile?

Looking at someone's profile will only be visible you, and will no way notify them that you gave viewed it unless any interactions wad initiated your end such as adding them ad a friend, private/party invited which also can be done without looking at the profile, but if its just profile browsing without any invites you ...
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Can I friend someone on Xbox by searching their name?

Select the Search icon at the bottom of the screen, and then select People. Enter the gamertag of the person whom you want to add as a friend in the search box, and then press Done.
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Does your Xbox profile show your email?

Press the Xbox button  to open the guide. Select Profile & system > Settings. Select Account > Sign-in, security & PIN. Uncheck the box next to Show on Home to hide your email address.
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How do you look at someones profile on Xbox?

Press the Xbox button  to open the guide, and then select People. Choose a friend, and then select See full profile. You'll see activity such as your friend's screenshots and achievements.
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Can police track an Xbox account?

On the other hand, police need a warrant to obtain data located on an Xbox or gaming console. This is because law enforcement generally needs a warrant to confiscate property. Once police have that property, it can be "searched."
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Can other people see your Xbox followers?

yes no matter what you do the number of Followers will appear on the welcome page of your profile, however, no one can see your followers list if that was your question (followers gamertag).
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Can I change my display name on Xbox?

Here's a way to do it on your Xbox One console: Press the Xbox button on your controller, then select System > Settings > Personalization > My profile > Customize profile. Select your gamertag, then select it again to type a new gamertag or select one from the suggested list.
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How do I hide my name on Microsoft?

Click Name. 4. Uncheck Allow everyone to see my last name so people on Windows Live can connect with me. 5.
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Can police see through a VPN?

Police can't track live, encrypted VPN traffic, but if they have a court order, they can go to your ISP (Internet Service Provider) and request connection or usage logs. Since your ISP knows you're using a VPN, they can direct the police to them.
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Is Xbox reporting anonymous?

Your privacy and safety are important to us, and players will never know who reported them.
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Can the cops trace a VPN?

With a VPN on, the user's online activities and data are encrypted. But, if the VPN software has security flaws and vulnerabilities, the police (or any other third party, for that matter) can use them to “break into” the VPN and see what data is being sent and received. So technically, the policy could track a VPN.
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Does deleting an Xbox profile delete everything?

Before you completely delete your Xbox Live account, you should know that once you request deletion, it's gone forever – and that includes all your games, funds, subscriptions, and everything you have on the account.
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Does Xbox delete inactive accounts?

Thanks for coming to the forums with your question. Usually when an account is inactive for 5 years it is deleted. However, the gamer tag may not be released at that time. Also some people make accounts sign into Xbox.com and never play a game so the account is active.
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What are some cool gamertags?

Best Xbox Gamertag Ideas
  • PathDarryle.
  • SmilingXray.
  • PerfectElegant.
  • KookyRatty.
  • FranticTortoise.
  • BraveBlackberry.
  • CarbonOwl.
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Is your Xbox account the same as a Microsoft account?

You'll need a Microsoft account to create an Xbox account. A Microsoft account is not the same thing as an Xbox account, although you can use the same email address for both.
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Can you make an Xbox one profile without an email?

No Sorry, each new gamertag requires an email account.
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Does display name hide your username?

Your Display Name will be shown on your profile page, while all your posts, comments, and replies will still bear your existing username.
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Can I use a fake name for Microsoft account?

You can put any name in you want - but if you use a fake birthday or other information - use something you'll remember otherwise you may not be able to recover it if you forget your password.
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Does my Microsoft account have to be my real name?

The answer to your question shall be yes, you may add your full name while billing or making payments and keep other name to your profile. Hope this information is helpful. If you need further assistance, get back to us. We will be glad to assist you.
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