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How do I change my age restriction on my Microsoft account?

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.
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How do I remove age restrictions from my Microsoft account?

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 to 18+?

You need to first change the age on your profile. Sign in to Your info on the Microsoft account website, choose Edit your personal info, and select the right birthdate. When you're done, select Save. Click Next and you should be signed in with the new account.
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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 do I change my date of birth on my Microsoft account?

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  1. Access the link below: https://account.microsoft.com/
  2. After logging in to your account, click on Your information;
  3. On the Your Information page, select Edit date of birth;
  4. After correcting the date of birth, click save.
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How To Edit Your Age Set In Your Microsoft Account (2021)

Why can't i change my date of birth on my Microsoft account?

If you didn't give parental consent for their account, you won't be able to change their birth date.
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How do I change my age on my Xbox account on my computer?

Set content restrictions by age
  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide, and then go to Profile & system > Settings > Account > Family settings.
  2. Select Manage family members, and then choose the member whose settings you want to update.
  3. Under Access to content, select the desired age-level.
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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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Can you change Xbox child account to normal account?

Unfortunately it is not possible to force a child account to become an adult account on Xbox Live. Changing the Microsoft Account profile age will not change the account and give adult permissions to the child account.
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What are Microsoft age restrictions?

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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Why is my Microsoft account restricted?

To help protect your account from fraud or abuse, Microsoft temporarily locks accounts when unusual activity is noticed. To unlock your account, sign in to your Microsoft account and follow the instructions to get a security code.
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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 am I age restricted on Xbox?

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 is my Xbox account still a child account?

Xbox LIVE determines whether an account is a child account or an adult account based on the age of the account owner. Account owners who are younger than 18 are given child accounts in the United States. The legal adult age varies by country and region (for example, the adult age in Korea is 20).
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How do I change my birthday on my Microsoft account on Xbox?

For adult accounts
  1. Sign in to your Microsoft account. Sign in.
  2. Select Your info.
  3. Select Edit date of birth. You may be asked to verify your identity by re-entering your password or a security code we'll send to your alternative email or phone number.
  4. Add your birthdate, and then select Save.
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Does Microsoft require date of birth?

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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Why does my Microsoft account say I need parent permission?

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 get rid of ask parent permission on Xbox?

Sign in to the Microsoft Family Safety site with your account. Under the member whose account you want to manage, select More options > Spending. On this page, you can select the toggle switch under Credit cards for Require approval for every purchase.
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What happens when a child account turns 18 on Xbox?

Once the account reaches the age of 18 years old, it will automatically change to adult. One thing to verify is that the birthday on your account is correct.
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How do I leave Microsoft Family?

Using a web browser, sign in to family.microsoft.com. Click next to your name and select Leave family group. Select Remove to confirm.
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How do I remove restrictions from my Xbox account on my computer?

Step by Step instructions
  1. Go to Your Xbox account and sign into the Xbox Live account using the email address and password.
  2. On your account home screen click on the 'Security, family & forums' icon.
  3. Click on the 'Privacy settings' button.
  4. Select your protection level in each category to suit your family needs.
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At what age can you leave Microsoft family?

However, any child above age group 13 will have the option to leave the Family. The Parent Family member will receive an email when the family member leaves. You can always share your feedback and ideas which will help us in improving the features.
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