Can you 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.

Can I have 2 Microsoft accounts on one 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.

How do I set up 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 multiple Microsoft accounts with 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 many Microsoft account can you have?

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. Power to the Developer! Was this reply helpful?

Dealing with Multiple Microsoft 365 Accounts

What to do if you have 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.

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 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.

Can you create a new Microsoft account with same email?

Multiple Microsoft accounts with the same email address can* be created.

What is the difference between Microsoft account and Office 365 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 do I know if I have multiple 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.

Can you delete Microsoft account and use the same email?

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

Can I use my Gmail to create a Microsoft account?

When you create a Microsoft account, you can use any email address as the user name, including addresses from Outlook.com, Yahoo! or Gmail. If you already use an email address and password to sign in to Microsoft devices and services like the ones mentioned above, then you already 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.

What happens when you switch Microsoft accounts?

If you change Microsoft Accounts on that user profile, all files stored on your PC will not be affected, if you have files stored on OneDrive online, they would not be accessible from the new Microsoft Account.

Is Google Account linked to Microsoft account?

At this time, you cannot use your Google credentials to sign in to your Microsoft account, but you can use your Gmail address as a way to prove who you are. To add your Gmail address as a way to sign in, go to Manage how you sign in to Microsoft.

Why does my Microsoft account end with Gmail?

This issue occurs because you are using a non-Microsoft address as the primary alias for your Microsoft account.

Is My Microsoft password the same as my Gmail?

Because your Windows password is synchronized with your Google Account, you change your Google password, not your Windows password.

How do I unlink two Microsoft accounts?

Sign in with your Microsoft account at account.microsoft.com/devices/content. Find the device you want to remove and select Unlink. Review your device details and select Unlink.

How do I find all my Microsoft accounts?

From a Windows 10 device where you're already signed in, select Start > Settings > Accounts . Under Email & app accounts, you'll see the usernames associated with your device.

Why can't I use a work email for a Microsoft account?

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What does this mean? If your organization uses Office 365 or other business services from Microsoft that rely on Azure AD, and if you've added a domain name to your Azure AD tenant, users will no longer be able to create a new personal Microsoft account using an email address in your domain."

Why do I need a Microsoft account?

Your Microsoft account lets you manage everything all in one place. Keep tabs on your subscriptions and order history, organize your family's digital life, update your privacy and security settings, track the health and safety of your devices, and get rewards.

What happens if I remove my Microsoft account from my computer?

If the account you want to delete is a local account, you will lose everything related to that account that is stored on your computer. That will include your personal data, so be very sure to backup your personal data.

Can anyone see my Microsoft account?

Your data is private at work, at home, and on the go.

At Microsoft, we value, protect, and defend privacy.

Is your Windows account the same as your Microsoft account?

"Microsoft account" is the new name for what used to be called a "Windows Live ID." Your Microsoft account is the combination of an email address and a password that you use to sign in to services like Outlook.com, OneDrive, Windows Phone, or Xbox LIVE.