Do I have to buy Minecraft if I already have an account?

Already bought the game? If you've recently updated your device and need a new version of Minecraft, you don't have to buy it again. Returning users can redownload the game at no additional cost.

Do you have to pay for Minecraft if you already have it?

If you already own one version of Minecraft on a Microsoft Secured Account (MSA), then you're entitled to the other version for free!

Do you have to buy Minecraft and a Minecraft account?

A free Microsoft account will help you access your purchases, Realms, and other Minecraft content across all of your Minecraft devices. Microsoft accounts are free to set up and use on any Minecraft device.

Do I have to buy Minecraft again for a second account?

Just sign into your Minecraft account on your new PC and your good to go. Keep in mind you can't have the same account online at once. No you don't have to. You can log in to the same account you were using on the old computer.

How do you buy Minecraft if you already own it?

Using your Microsoft account, sign into the Microsoft Store on your PC. Click the three dots in the Microsoft Store next to your profile picture. Go to My Library. If you already own the game, you can download it from there.

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How to play Minecraft without buying it again?

Do you have to pay for Minecraft more than once?

There are two versions of Minecraft for PC. Minecraft: Java Edition and Minecraft for Windows. Both versions can be downloaded from the Official Minecraft website and are now available through the Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition for PC initiative. If you purchase one version of the game, you get the other for free!

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.

Is a Minecraft account a one time purchase?

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.

Can 2 people use the same Minecraft account and play?

For starters, yes, Minecraft can be put onto different consoles and devices using the same account. 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.

Do I have to buy Minecraft again if I buy it and delete it?

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.

Why can't I play Minecraft even though I own 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.

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.

What happens if I bought wrong Minecraft?

If you have accidentally bought the wrong Minecraft edition, contact the appropriate support team for your console. As with most other downloadable software, we do not typically offer refunds for other reasons. If you have made your purchase from an unauthorized reseller, we cannot offer a refund.

Can I play Minecraft for free forever?

While there's no legal way to obtain a free copy of Minecraft Java Edition, you can still play Minecraft for free by downloading the demo version for Windows, macOS, or Linux.

Is Minecraft premium forever?

Benefits of A Premium Minecraft Account

New characters. It only requires one payment, and you can have your premium account forever.

How do I reinstall Minecraft without paying?

Download Minecraft PE from the app store.

Open the app store on your device (App Store on iOS and Google Play on Android). Search for Minecraft PE and download the app again. As long as your signed in with the same account that you originally purchased it with, you won't have to pay again.

Why can't i play Minecraft Java when i already bought it?

Your launcher is out of date. You purchased Minecraft under a different email address, or the email address has been changed. You have an old Minecraft account that was never migrated to a Mojang account. Your purchase was refunded.

Why can I only play the demo version of Minecraft even though I bought it?

If you can only play the Minecraft demo, it means you don't own the game on that account. See help.mojang.com/customer/porta… for full info.

Do I have to buy Minecraft for each child?

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.

Can I transfer Minecraft to another device?

Transfer Minecraft Worlds to Another Device

You can transfer worlds between these devices using a Minecraft Realm or, if you play on an iOS device, through the iCloud method.

Is it possible to share a Minecraft account with a friend?

No it's not possible.

Can I have two Minecraft accounts on one Microsoft account?

Can I use one Microsoft account for multiple Java Mojang accounts? No, Microsoft accounts can only link to one Mojang account. Multiple Java Mojang accounts need to be migrated to separate Microsoft accounts.

How do I give someone my Minecraft account?

Click the Start button in Windows, click Settings (cogwheel), go to Accounts, and then click Other Users. Click Add someone else to this PC and fill in their information. You can choose to create a user with a Microsoft account or make a local user without an account.