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Can you have 2 Xbox accounts on the same Xbox?

Yes, you can have multiple accounts on an Xbox. Each account will have a main Xbox associated with it though, which can be changed. If an account is on its main Xbox, anyone on that Xbox can play the games owned by that account, from their account.
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Can you have multiple Xbox accounts on Xbox One?

Separate accounts for everyone

Creating accounts for everyone also means they can earn their own Xbox achievements, maintain their own friends lists, and customize their Xbox profiles. Every individual in your household can have their own security, privacy, and safety settings that you manage as the organizer.
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Can I have 2 Microsoft accounts on Xbox One?

You can only sign in to the Xbox app for Windows PC and Xbox Console Companion app with one Microsoft account at a time. However, you can switch between different Microsoft accounts.
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What happens if 2 people are on the same Xbox account?

Yes, You can use the same account on both - you can even access your games and saves (although you will need to download them on to that Xbox). There's three big limits: Only one can be set as the 'Home' one.
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Do I need to buy Xbox Live for each profile?

In order to achieve full functionality, both accounts need their own subscription.
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How many accounts can Xbox One have?

Up to 9 other profiles on that console can be added and use the Gold beneifts that the Home profile uses with no limitations unless of course you want to set limitations for kids and things of that nature.
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Can you have 2 profiles on Xbox Live?

It is possible to add other accounts to the system to also log into - whether they're from family members who might want to use the console or friends coming over to play co-op, and want to continue their own progress and collect Achievements.
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Can two Xbox accounts share games?

What are the limitations of game sharing? Game sharing on Xbox allows only two people to share their libraries at once. If you want to add a third person to the list, you need to log your friend's account out and stop sharing the library with them.
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Do I need 2 Xbox Live subscriptions for 2 accounts?

Hello, no you only need one live account.
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Can you use 2 Microsoft accounts at the same time?

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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Can I switch between 2 Microsoft accounts?

Select Start , select and hold (or right-click) the account name icon (or picture), then select Switch user. Select the Start button on the taskbar. Then, on the left side of the Start menu, select the account name icon (or picture), then select a different user to switch to their account.
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Can I have a second Microsoft account?

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.
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Can I have 2 Microsoft accounts with the same email?

A Microsoft account and a Microsoft 365 for Business account are two completely separate accounts and while you can use the same address for both (since they authenticate to two different realms), you never should. It can really affect both Windows and your Microsoft 365 access.
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Is your Microsoft account different from your Xbox account?

The Microsoft Store account provides access to owned games, subscription benefits, and other Xbox app purchases made by that account. The Xbox account is used for game streaming access, in-game purchases, achievements, and friends.
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Can you play downloaded Xbox One games on different profiles?

For instance, a family member can play your games when you're not using your console—they just need to sign in with their Xbox profile. Important You can download, play, and share your digital games on any Xbox console without having to switch your home Xbox.
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Is Xbox account tied to Microsoft account?

To use Xbox features and services, your Xbox profile is required to be linked to a Microsoft account. Keeping your account info updated makes it easier for Microsoft/Xbox to contact you when something comes up, and it helps avoid problems when trying to make purchases from the Microsoft Store.
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Can you change Microsoft account on Xbox without losing everything?

Was this reply helpful? You can change the primary email address of your account without losing any of your xbox progress.
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What happens if I remove my Xbox from my Microsoft account?

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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Can you make a new Xbox account with the same email?

Using the same email address to sign in to Xbox allows you to manage your settings and billing information through a single account.
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Can you delete an Xbox account and make a new one with the same email?

No, any Microsoft addresses in a deleted account cannot be used again. Why do you want to delete the account?
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How can I tell if I have two Microsoft accounts?

Sign in at account.microsoft.com and click on 'Your Info' > 'Manage how you sign in to Microsoft' to check if you have other email address or alias that is listed on your Microsoft account. Hope this helps.
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Can I transfer my Xbox game pass to another account?

Only the primary account holder can share their Game Pass benefits via home sharing. Group members cannot share with other accounts on their console.
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Do my games transfer if I log into my Xbox account on another Xbox?

Network transfer lets one Xbox console copy games and apps from another console, so long as they're on the same home network. Copying this way can be faster than downloading another copy of the same game or app. If you have a metered internet connection, this can also save you money.
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