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Do I have to buy Minecraft on multiple devices?

We're often asked if players can download Minecraft for free after purchasing it on a different device. Unfortunately, this is not possible. This is because Minecraft is sold and licensed separately on each platform, and transferring licenses is not possible as each platform has their own marketplace.
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Do I need 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.
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Can I use 1 Minecraft on multiple devices?

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.
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Can I share Minecraft if I buy it?

Using the family share feature, Minecraft Bedrock Edition can be shared by several users with only one purchase.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft for each user?

To use multiple Microsoft accounts on one computer, you can create a different computer user account for each purchase of Minecraft you have. Note: Each Minecraft purchase will use a different Microsoft account login.
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Can I play Minecraft on two devices without buying it twice?

Unfortunately, this is not possible. This is because Minecraft is sold and licensed separately on each platform, and transferring licenses is not possible as each platform has their own marketplace. An example: You bought Minecraft on a Nintendo Switch and want to transfer to an Xbox One.
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Can I have Minecraft on 2 computers?

Note: Minecraft purchases are tied to your account (email address) and not a device. As such, you can download and install Minecraft: Java Edition on as many computers as you want. To log in, use your email address and password (or username and password if you have an older account).
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How to download Minecraft if you already bought it on a different computer?

Yes, you can. Just go to the Minecraft Website and log into your Account you had to create when buying the game. Now there should be a download page where you can download and install the game on as many devices as you please.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft again for PC if I have it on Xbox?

Playing Minecraft for Windows

This launcher can be installed from the Microsoft Store. You can install any PC-compatible versions of Minecraft that you already own with the account that you're signed in to with the Minecraft Launcher (such as Minecraft, Minecraft: Java Edition, and Minecraft Dungeons).
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How do I purchase Minecraft for my child?

Go to https://www.minecraft.net/en-us and click GET MINECRAFT.
  1. Select Computer.
  2. Select which Operating System (OS) to play the game on.
  3. Select Minecraft: Java Edition.
  4. Sign-in to an existing Microsoft account if your child already has one. ...
  5. Finish your purchase and set up your child's Minecraft profile and username.
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How do I let my child buy Minecraft?

In order to allow for the purchase to complete, you will need to disable Require Approval for Every Purchase in your Family Safety settings. You can do so by logging into the parent/guardian account for your family group and following Microsoft's Spending limits in Family Safety guide.
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Can two people share a Minecraft account?

You can use a single account on multiple computers but not at the same time. Your brother can use it only while you are not playing.
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Why is Minecraft saying I have to buy it again?

It could be one of two (or maybe more, IDK) reasons: 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.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft again for my PC?

No, absolutely you do not need to buy the game again. Download the launcher from this link: https://launcher.mojang.com/download/MinecraftI...
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Do I have to pay twice for Minecraft?

Do you have to buy Minecraft for each device? You do not have to, but it may depend. If you have Java Minecraft, it will work for every other PC. If you have Minecraft Bedrock Edition, it will work for every other Device that supports Bedrock edition.
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How do I transfer Minecraft to another device?

Transfer Minecraft Worlds to Another Device.
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Transfer Your World Using a Realm
  1. From the first device, click the pen icon next to your Realm from the Realms list.
  2. Click Replace World and confirm.
  3. Choose the world you want to transfer.
  4. Wait for the upload and then click Let's go!
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Can I play Minecraft on PC if I bought it on Xbox one?

You do not get a free copy of the game for Windows, if you purchased on Xbox. You have to purchase Minecraft again on PC if you want to play the game on that platform. It's also the same for any other platform the game is available on.
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How do you buy Minecraft for someone else?

Gifting Through the Windows Store
  1. Navigate to the Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition for PC Store Page.
  2. Select the “…” option and click 'Buy as Gift. ...
  3. Enter the email address of the account in which you'd like to send the gift.
  4. Enter your sender name (the name the recipient will see upon receiving the gift.)
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Can two people play Minecraft on the same laptop?

A multiplayer server allows two or more players to play Minecraft together. You can either download the server file needed to set up your own server from Minecraft.net or connect to another person's server. Note: To access a server you need to run the same version of Minecraft as the server.
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Why is my Minecraft saying I don't own it?

I signed in to the launcher with my Microsoft account, but it says I don't own Minecraft: Java Edition. Check the following: Confirm that you're signing in to the same Microsoft account you used to migrate your Mojang account. Make sure that you're not signing in with your Mojang account.
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Why can't I play Minecraft after buying 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.
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Can you have two Minecraft accounts with the same email?

We appreciate your coming to the Xbox community, only one account can be linked to an email, you will need to get new emails for each Minecraft account created, as they will be different licenses. *Thanks in advance for contacting us, I hope this can help you. Was this reply helpful?
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Should I let my 7 year old play Minecraft?

What age is appropriate for Minecraft? Minecraft is typically recommended for ages 8 and up, being a game that isn't overly violent or even that difficult to learn how to use. In fact, for many children, it was one of their first video game experiences online.
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Do kids need a Microsoft account for Minecraft?

Minecraft: Bedrock Edition, Minecraft: Java Edition, Minecraft Dungeons and Minecraft Realms (Bedrock and Java Edition) require an Xbox Live or Microsoft account even if you're not playing on Xbox or another Microsoft platform. Parents can set up and manage these accounts for their kids too.
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Should I let my 11 year old play Minecraft?

Minecraft is rated 7+, which means that the game has been classified for kids from the age of 7 upwards so from a ratings perspective Minecraft is ok for 11-year olds. The PEGI system classifies a 7+ rating as a game that contains non-realistic looking violence towards fantasy characters.
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