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How do I change my age on Microsoft?

Sign in to Your info on the Microsoft account website. Select Edit your personal info. Change your birthdate, and select Save.
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How do I fix my age on my Microsoft account?

Using the adult Microsoft account, sign in to your account on family.microsoft.com. Choose the family member, select then Manage consent. In the Manage permissions page of the child's account you want to change, at the right, select Edit this child's personal info and then follow the instructions.
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Why can't i change my age on my Microsoft account?

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  • Go to account.microsoft.com and sign in with your Microsoft account.
  • Select Your info.
  • On the Your info page, select Edit date of birth. Because you're accessing sensitive information, you may be asked to verify your identity.
  • Make your changes and select Save.
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How do I turn off age restrictions on Microsoft?

Go to Settings > Accounts > Family & other users. Click on the Manage family settings online or remove an account option. Select the child account for which you want to turn off parental control and make the necessary changes. *Do note this can only be done by an adult account in microsoft family.
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How do I change my Microsoft account from child to normal?

To promote a child account to an adult account
  1. Sign in to Xbox Live by using the account that you want to change.
  2. Go to Settings and then select Account.
  3. Select Promote Child Account. ...
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to promote the account.
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How to Change your Microsoft Account Date of Birth (Change Your Age)

How do I change my date of birth on my Microsoft account under 13?

Sign in to Your info on the Microsoft account website. Select Edit your personal info. Change your birthdate, and select Save.
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Why does my Microsoft account think I'm a kid?

You might be experiencing this issue because your account was created by a family member and designated as a child account. To change your account from a child account to a full account, you need to prove that you're an adult. You can use a valid U.S. credit card number to verify your age.
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Why is my Microsoft account under 18?

If you're under the age of 18, follow the steps on your console to have your parent sign in and add you to a Microsoft family. If you're over the age of 18, have your parent remove you from the family. They'll have to sign in to account.microsoft.com/family, select your profile, and select remove.
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Why does Microsoft want to know my age?

We require a date of birth for all Microsoft accounts to promote child safety in accordance with applicable laws and to provide you with the best user experience. Additionally, depending on your region, a parent or guardian's permission may be required to create an account.
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Does Microsoft have an age limit?

Microsoft have a minimum age limit of 13 for Microsoft Accounts, that can be used to access Microsoft Services that are accessed through a Microsoft Account, otherwise Parental Consent is required: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-bil...
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Should I use my real birthday on Microsoft account?

If you already have your date of birth set in your Microsoft account, then you do not need to do anything. However, if your date of birth signifies that you are a child, then you must obtain parental consent to continue using Skype.
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How to bypass Microsoft verify identity?

Go to Security settings and sign in with your Microsoft account. Under the Two-step verification section, choose Set up two-step verification to turn it on, or choose Turn off two-step verification to turn it off. Follow the instructions.
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How do I turn off ask a parent on Microsoft account?

To turn this feature off, follow these steps:
  1. Sign in to your Family page with an adult Microsoft account. Family page settings.
  2. Find the child's name and select More options > Spending.
  3. Under the Ask to buy section, switch Needs organizer approval to buy things to Off."
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Why is Microsoft asking for parents permission?

Content restrictions – You or a member in your Xbox family group has their birth date set to under the age of majority (for example 18 in the U.S.) and can't access the content that you're trying to launch due to age restrictions.
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Why does my Microsoft account say I need a parent?

Helping users safely navigate web, app, and game content is one of Microsoft's top priorities. If you live in a region that requires permission to create an account and access Microsoft services, you may be prompted to request or give parental consent.
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How do I turn off parent settings?

Disable Parental Settings in Google Play Store.
  1. Open the Google Play Store app.
  2. Tap your profile image in the upper-right corner.
  3. Tap Settings.
  4. Tap Family.
  5. Tap Parental Controls.
  6. Tap a category (i.g. "Apps & Games," "Movies," TV," "Books.")
  7. Enter your PIN.
  8. Tap Allow All and tap Save.
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Why can't i leave family Microsoft account?

In a nutshell, you need to login the parent account > remove family member from family summary page. You won't be able to do it via the child account. Under the account, click More options, click Remove from family.
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Why does Microsoft keep asking me to verify my identity?

If you're prompted to verify your account when you try to send an email message from Outlook.com, it is because we are trying to protect your account. Outlook.com will occasionally prompt you to verify your account, just to make sure you're still you and your account hasn't been compromised by spammers.
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Why is Windows asking me to verify my identity?

We'll ask you to verify your details about every 6 months just to keep your account secure. If a pop-up window appears and asks you for this security info, please provide an email address or phone number. We'll send you a security code, which you enter in the window, and then you're signed in to your account.
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How long does Microsoft verification last?

You can skip it for 24 hours at a time, but after seven days from the first notice you'll have to verify or add new security info before you can sign in again.
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Do I have to give my date of birth?

Many employers have chosen to stop asking for ages or dates of birth on application forms. However, although they must comply with data protection law in handling job applications, it is not automatically unlawful for employers to ask for this information.
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What does Microsoft do for my birthday?

The only gift we send for your birthday are MyVIP Gems, which are currently pending on your MyRewards page. From the FAQ: What are MyVIP Perks?
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Can I use a fake name for Microsoft account?

You can put any name in you want - but if you use a fake birthday or other information - use something you'll remember otherwise you may not be able to recover it if you forget your password.
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What is Microsoft legal name?

Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational technology corporation headquartered in Redmond, Washington.
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Is it illegal to sell Microsoft account?

Buying, selling, sharing, borrowing, or trading Microsoft accounts is a violation of the Microsoft Services Agreement and the Community Standards for 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.
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