How do I check if I have an active Xbox Live Gold subscription?

Press the Xbox button  on your controller to open the guide, and then go to Profile & system > Settings > Account > Subscriptions.

How do I know what my Xbox Live account is?

Go to Settings > Account. Scroll right to Your Information, and then select Account Security. The Microsoft account that's associated with your Xbox gamertag is shown on the right side of the screen.

Does my Xbox Live Gold expire?

A: Xbox Live Gold digital codes (not including trial memberships) do not expire, so you can keep the code until you need it. Was this answer helpful?

What is an active Xbox Live Gold subscription?

Xbox Live Gold subscribers get all the basic perks, plus a few extras, including: Access to online multiplayer for all games. Discounts on digital titles at Deals with Gold. Quicker access to demos and betas.

How do I get an active Xbox Live Gold subscription?

Sign up for Xbox Live Gold right from your Xbox One or Xbox 360. You can buy it right there, or use a card or code from a retailer. Or, learn more and sign up on Xbox.com.

How To Check When Your Xbox Gold Membership Expires (2022)

How long can your Xbox Gold Live membership be inactive for?

After 24 months of inactivity, Microsoft will turn off recurring billing for that subscription, which means that after your then-current term has expired, you won't be billed for the next billing cycle and your subscription will terminate.

What happened to Xbox Live Gold 12 month?

What is this? “At this time, Xbox has decided to remove the 12 months Xbox Live Gold SKU from the Microsoft online store,” reads the statement. “Customers can still sign up for a one month or three month Xbox Live Gold subscription online through the Microsoft Store.”

Does Xbox Live Gold automatically renew?

Xbox One subscription services like Xbox Live Gold and Game Pass can remain in place for months, or even years, if you don't turn off auto-renewal. That's fine if you're actively using these services, but it's very easy to stop playing and just forget that your subscription is set to renew automatically.

Is Xbox Live Gold the same as Game Pass?

Xbox Live Gold's biggest advantage is the ability to play online and not free games. You'll want a Live Gold subscription if you love playing the same online games over and over. However, players looking for a Netflix equivalent for video games should consider the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

What happens if you don't renew Xbox Live Gold?

When this happens, you lose access to the subscription and its benefits. For example, if a renewal charge fails for your Xbox Live Gold subscription, you are locked out, and online multiplayer only works in free-to-play games. When this happens, you also lose your offer for Games with Gold.

Is your Microsoft account your Xbox Live account?

A Microsoft account is not the same thing as an Xbox account, although you can use the same email address for both.

How can I tell when my Xbox account was last active?

View a member's activity

To see a more detailed activity report, select the member's account tile, select the Screen Time tile, and then choose one of the following: Select Today at the top of the screen to see the member's online activity for the day, including a breakdown of how they used this time.

Is my Xbox account also a Microsoft account?

Yes Microsoft and Xbox accounts are same. You may be prompted to set up the Xbox profile upon which you will be able to login to Xbox app.

How much is Xbox Gold per month?

Buy Xbox Live Gold individually or upgrade your experience with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to get unlimited access to over 100 games with all the benefits of Xbox Live Gold included at a better value ( Dollar 14.99 a month).

How much is a yearly Xbox Live subscription?

What Is the Xbox Live Gold Membership? Xbox Live Gold is a subscription-based service that can be purchased in one month, three month, and one-year periods. Xbox Live Gold subscriptions are $59.99 for 12 months, $24.99 for three months, and $9.99 for one month.

Is Xbox Live free with a new account?

Xbox Live has two levels of membership: Free and Gold. Free membership, which used to be called Silver, costs nothing but has limited features. At the Free level, you can do the following: Create a profile and a Gamertag.

Does Xbox Live delete inactive accounts?

Usually when an account is inactive for 5 years it is deleted. However, the gamer tag may not be released at that time. Also some people make accounts sign into Xbox.com and never play a game so the account is active.

How do I know if I have a Microsoft Live account?

If you use any Microsoft services (Word, Outlook, etc.), you have a Microsoft account. You manage your Microsoft account from the Microsoft account dashboard. Tip: If you don't have an account yet, you can create one during the sign-in process.

Is Live account same as Microsoft account?

Microsoft accounts

Microsoft account used to be called "Windows Live ID". When you create a Microsoft account, you can use any email address as the user name, including addresses from Outlook.com, Yahoo! or Gmail.

What is the difference between Xbox Live account and Microsoft account?

The Microsoft Store account provides access to owned games, subscription benefits, and other Xbox app purchases made by that account. The Xbox account is used for game streaming access, in-game purchases, achievements, and friends. In most cases, it's best if the Microsoft Store and Xbox accounts are the same.

Why is my Xbox saying I don't have gold?

If you're having issues trying to buy an Xbox Live Gold subscription, you might already have a subscription that's been suspended. If so, you'll have to pay the balance before you can buy another one. If your subscription is all paid up, see if another subscription on your account might be past due.

Why can't I play online with Xbox Live Gold?

Players receive this message for one of three reasons: You do not have an active Xbox Live Gold account, which is required to play multiplayer games online. Sign up for an Xbox Live Gold account. Your Xbox Live Gold account expired.