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Can your Xbox account get deleted?

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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How long until an Xbox account gets deleted?

As long as you don't delete your Microsoft account, your data will be retained for at least 12 months after you cancel your subscription, so you can start back where you left off.
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Why was my Microsoft account randomly deleted?

Your account might be closed or deleted

After that 60 days, your account and data expire. Your account was closed because of inactivity If you haven't signed in to your account for a long time, it might expire due to inactivity, according to the following schedule.
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Why does my Xbox keep deleting my account?

You have a corrupted profile on your HDD. You have to remove the corrupted one and then re-download it! (Under the profile section, you will see the corrupted profile). If it doesn't work, set-up an USB as an HDD for the Xbox, remove your hard disk and then download the profile.
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Can someone steal my account on Xbox?

The most common way that account theft occurs on the Xbox network is when someone shares their Microsoft account email and password with others. We always recommend that you never share your info, and we urge you to take advantage of our additional account security options.
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Has my Xbox account been reported?

To check your reputation status, you can go to the Friends App to view your own profile, https://account.xbox.com/en-US/Profile, or the Reputation page on the Xbox Enforcement website: https://enforcement.xbox.com/ At the enforcement site, you can see how many negative feedback reports were made against you and what ...
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Can the cops track a Xbox?

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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Does Microsoft permanently delete accounts?

After the grace period, the account and all its associated data will be permanently removed from Microsoft's servers. If you change your mind within the grace period, you can reactivate your account, but you will lose your data.
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What to do if someone stole your Xbox account?

What to do if your Xbox gets stolen
  1. Sign in to your Microsoft account. ...
  2. Go to Security > Password security.
  3. Select Change my password to reset the password for your Microsoft account.
  4. Verify that you're the account owner by receiving a security code.
  5. Enter your current password.
  6. Enter and confirm your new password.
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How do I get my gamertag back?

Go to xbox.com and try signing in with the email address that you think is associated with your Microsoft account. If you can sign in, the email address and password you entered are valid. The gamertag that's associated with this email address will be displayed in the upper-right corner of the screen.
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Does Microsoft delete locked accounts?

Based on Microsoft Account Activity Policy , if you haven't signed in at least once every 2 years on your account , it will be permanently deleted.
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Does Microsoft delete inactive Xbox accounts?

If a person doesn't sign into their Xbox account for 5 years, it will be freed up by the system. But keep in mind the tag system is in use on other services, so even if it's not in use on a console, it may be in use elsewhere.
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Does Microsoft block your account?

To help protect your account from fraud or abuse, Microsoft temporarily locks accounts when unusual activity is noticed. To unlock your account, sign in to your Microsoft account and follow the instructions to get a security code.
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How many times can your Xbox account get banned?

There's no set number of suspensions that will lead to a permanent ban. You can get a permanent ban without having any prior suspensions. Or you can get 5 suspensions and then get a permanent ban.
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How long is an Xbox ban?

Generally suspensions go from 24 hours, to 7 days, to 14 days, and then permanent. Since it is a communication ban, then yes, you won't be able to communicate through your mic.
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Did Xbox delete all my friends?

UPDATE: Xbox has restored the friends list functionality to Xbox Live, allowing Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S users to access the features like normal. Anyone worried that their friends list had been permanently wiped can rest easy.
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When did Xbox get hacked?

Beginning in or about January 2011, Microsoft was the victim of incidents of unauthorized access to its computer networks, including GDNP's protected computer network, which resulted in the theft of log-in credentials, trade secrets and intellectual property relating to its Xbox gaming system.
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What if someone reports you on Xbox?

The enforcement team investigates every complaint they receive and will only issue a suspension/ban if they determine you have done something to violate the code of conduct. So you can't be banned just because you receive a lot of reports. You can receive a million reports and not get suspended.
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How long does Microsoft keep deleted users?

After the user account is deleted, it's listed on the Deleted Users page in the Microsoft 365 admin center. It can be recovered within 30 days after being deleted. After 30 days, the user account and mailbox are permanently deleted and not recoverable.
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Can you reuse a deleted Microsoft account?

No, any Microsoft addresses in a deleted account cannot be used again.
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Will Microsoft delete my email account?

Microsoft does not send emails to notify about deactivating email accounts. Accounts can only be closed manually by the owner, or if the account becomes inactive for at least two years.
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Does reporting someone on Xbox do anything?

Xbox will review all reports and take any necessary action. Even if we determine that a reported activity doesn't require action, you'll never be penalized for submitting a report in good faith. Every report is important—even a single report will be enough to alert Xbox of potentially harmful behavior.
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How do you become a cop on Xbox?

To become a cop after stealing the cop car in GTA Online, head to the Rockstar Editor in the menu and select the Director Mode. From here, players will see an option for Actors. Select it then Emergency Services, then LSPD. The game will reload and allow players to assist the cops in the city as a police officer.
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