Does Mojang delete inactive accounts?

Fortunately, no. The only thing that might resemble that is if you wait so long to use it that you forget your password. Mojang doesn't automatically delete accounts; that'd be a bit of a rip-off for having to pay $26.95.

How long does it take for a Minecraft account to be deleted?

If You Have a Microsoft Account

After this, it will take 30 or 60 days (depending on what you selected) for your account to be closed. During this period, you'll still be able to recover your account if you want, but after the 60 or 30 days are gone, the changes will be irreversible.

What happens to old Minecraft accounts?

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.

How do I know if I still have a Mojang account?

For legacy Minecraft accounts, you log in with your username instead of an email. If you have a legacy account and forgot your username, contact Minecraft Support. For a Mojang account, your Minecraft username will be shown in-game, on your Mojang account page or on the launcher itself.

Can Mojang accounts expire?

A Minecraft account lasts forever, and can be used across multiple devices. This is of course, unless you delete it, in which case, you deleted it, duh.

Can my Google or Gmail Account be deleted for being inactive and what happens to my data?

Is a Mojang account the same as a Minecraft account?

The game has existed in two separately developed versions since its 2011 launch on consoles. Previously, the original Minecraft: Java Edition used Mojang accounts, while Minecraft: Bedrock Edition, the name for the console and Windows store version of the game, used Microsoft accounts.

Do Minecraft accounts get deleted if you don't migrate?

Your account/profile will remain, but you will not be able to access the game until you complete migration.

Does Microsoft delete Minecraft accounts?

No it won't.

How long does a Minecraft username last?

When you change your username, your previous name is saved for 37 days. This gives you an additional week to change back if you change your mind before your previous username becomes available to anyone else.

Do Minecraft worlds stay with your account?

When you are no longer playing, the data files are stored both on the console and in the cloud. Downloaded content and addons must be stored locally for fast loading. We recommend that you back up your Minecraft worlds to prevent them from being lost.

Does Mojang ban Minecraft accounts?

Players that have been found to be in violation of our Community Standards will see the message above when they attempt to sign in to Minecraft on any platform (non-Java Edition). Banned players are not allowed to play on servers, join Realms, host or join multiplayer games, or use the marketplace.

Why does Mojang lock accounts?

Your account could have been locked for suspicious activity when a hacker signed in to it and tried to take control of the account. Usually this is the most common cause.

Does Mojang save your credit card info?

Saved Payment Information

When you make a purchase, it is transmitted to our servers over a secure connection. Because this information is encrypted, neither Mojang Studios nor Microsoft have direct access to your credit card details.

Why is Microsoft getting rid of Mojang accounts?

Minecraft pushes for Microsoft account migration

“We're doing this to ensure that everyone is playing using accounts with improved security and player safety,” read the post.

Will Microsoft delete an account?

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.

What happens to Minecraft account if Microsoft account is deleted?

I'm really sorry about this, but you will not be able to recover the account and you would need to purchase Minecraft again. All your progress on the game - or on any game at all - will be lost.

Is it too late to migrate my Mojang account?

Clearly, things didn't quite go according to the planned timeline, but now it's official: you have until March 10, 2022, to migrate your Java Edition account over to a Microsoft account, otherwise, you won't be able to play. And you'll get a free cape!

How do I recover my Minecraft account?

For a Mojang account and have forgotten the email that you log in with, try resetting your password. The reset process will send an email to the address that you have registered, letting you know which address you used. Alternatively, try other email addresses that you own.

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.

Should I use Microsoft or Mojang login?

Since 2021, you need a Microsoft account in order to play Minecraft. Before this point, players were able to play Minecraft simply with a Mojang account, but this legacy style of account is no longer enough to start playing Minecraft.

Can I merge my Mojang account to an existing Microsoft account?

Migrating to an Existing Microsoft Account

Login to minecraft.net with your Mojang account and find the prompt IT'S YOUR TURN TO MOVE! on your profile page and click MOVE MY ACCOUNT. The launcher message about migration will also redirect you to the profile page.

Is it OK to buy Minecraft accounts?

Buying and selling Minecraft accounts goes against our Terms of Service and we are unable to provide support for accounts that were purchased from resellers or third-party sites.

What happens to Mojang accounts after March 10?

Starting March 10, 2022, you won't be able to play Minecraft: Java Edition unless you move to a Microsoft account. We're doing this to ensure that everyone is playing using accounts with improved security and player safety." Here's how to migrate an account from Mojang over to Microsoft.

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.