Do I lose my username if I migrate my Minecraft account?

Do I get to keep my Minecraft: Java Edition

Minecraft: Java Edition

*Minecraft: Java Edition runs on Windows, Mac and Linux; Minecraft: Bedrock Edition runs on Windows. Deluxe Collection content only runs on Minecraft: Bedrock Edition on Windows.

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Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition for PC

username? Yes, you will be able to keep your in-game username for Java Edition. During the account migration process, you'll also need to pick an Xbox Gamertag.

Will my Minecraft username change if I migrate to Microsoft?

Your Minecraft username will transfer over automatically, and your Gamertag will remain unchanged.

How do I get my Minecraft account back after migration?

Migrated accounts are only able to sign in with your Microsoft account. If you forgot which email you used to create your Microsoft account for migration, you'll need to speak with Microsoft support to recover the email address used to sign up.

Can you go back to Mojang account after migration?

If you still have a legacy Minecraft Premium account you will have to migrate to a Microsoft account to enjoy all that Minecraft: Java Edition has to offer. The old migration to a Mojang account is no longer available. Learn more about the migration below!

Can I log into Minecraft with my username?

You use your Minecraft username to log into Minecraft services and can access the full game.

I Almost Lost my Minecraft Account (Microsoft Migration)

How does Mojang account migration work?

Can Mojang delete your Minecraft account?

If You Have a Mojang Account

Scroll to the bottom of your screen where you should see “Want to delete your account? Learn how”. Click on Learn how. Next, you'll see a new screen that will allow you to request account deletion.

How do I know if I already migrated my Minecraft account?

The ONLY way to tell if you have been invited to migrate will be to log in to the Minecraft home page and check your account settings. If anyone emails you prompting you to migrate your Mojang account, ignore the email and check your profile page to confirm.

Why does Minecraft say play demo after migrating?

If you are Stuck on the Demo of Minecraft: Java Edition

You migrated your Mojang account to a Microsoft account and logged in using the wrong account type. If you have migrated your Mojang account, you must use your Microsoft account to log in.

Can you have 2 Minecraft accounts on the same email?

Hello there, Each account should only be linked to one email address.

How long can I migrate my Minecraft account?

On Friday, the company announced the deadline for migrating your account voluntarily is Mar. 10, 2022. After Mar. 10, a Microsoft Account will be required to access and play Minecraft: Java Edition on PC.

Will deleting my Microsoft account delete my Minecraft account?

You use your Microsoft account to sign in to Minecraft. If you delete it, you will no longer have access to Minecraft.

Does changing your gamertag change your Minecraft username?

How to change your Minecraft username in Bedrock Edition. In Bedrock Edition, your username is connected to your Microsoft account's "Gamertag." So to change it, you'll need to change the Gamertag.

Is it possible to transfer a Minecraft account to another Microsoft account?

Unfortunately nothing is transferrable between accounts.

How do I change my Mojang username after migration?

Navigate to My Games and select the Minecraft: Java Edition dropdown box. Click on Profile Name and you'll be taken to a name change page. Input the new username you'd like to use and click Change Profile Name.

How do I change my email on my migrated Minecraft account?

To change the email address on a Mojang account, visit account.mojang.com/me/settings. You can either have instructions sent to your current address or if you don't have access to that email account, you can change it by passing a security challenge.

Should I migrate my Minecraft account?

You should do it when migration starts since your account would be more secure.

Will Minecraft delete Java?

Starting March 10, 2022, you won't be able to play Minecraft: Java Edition unless you move to a Microsoft account.

Can I Unmerge my Microsoft and Mojang account?

If you want to unlink your Microsoft account with a Mojang account after Migration using Mojang is not possible.

Is Mojang forcing migration?

This keeps intruders out as players are able to see if unknown IP addresses, machines, or locations are attempting to log in using their credentials. Though this may not seem essential for some players, Mojang will unfortunately be forcing migration for Java Edition players in particular.

What does account migration mean?

Account migration is the process of transferring data associated with selected accounts from the data's source database schema to a destination schema.

What happens if you don't migrate your Minecraft account?

You'll have time to migrate—you don't have to move right when you get the notification. However, when the voluntary migration period ends, you'll need to move your account or risk not being able to play the game. Thus, if you don't migrate, you can't play the game legitimately.

Is your Minecraft account your Microsoft account?

Minecraft and Microsoft accounts

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.