How do I link my Xbox account to my Microsoft account?

Is Xbox account and Microsoft account the same?

You'll need a Microsoft account to create an Xbox account. A Microsoft account is not the same thing as an Xbox account, although you can use the same email address for both.

How do I transfer my Xbox Live account to my Microsoft account?

Unfortunately that is not possible. Xbox accounts and Microsoft accounts are essentially the same thing. Nothing can be transferred between accounts.

How can I link my to Microsoft account?

Why can't I connect to my Microsoft account?

When you can't sign in to your Microsoft account (also called as Windows Live ID), that means the system is not accepting your log in credentials because you may be entering the wrong account name, the wrong password, or both. Here's the info to get you back in to your account as quickly as possible.

How to Sign in XBOX Console via using another device / mobile phone - Link Microsoft & XBOX

Why is my Xbox not signing into my account?

Solution 1: Restart your console

Press and hold the Xbox button  in the center of your Xbox controller to open the Power Center. Select Restart console. Select Restart. After the console has restarted, try to sign in again.

Is your Microsoft account your Xbox Live 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.

Can I have 2 Xbox accounts on one Microsoft account?

You can not have 2 gamertags on the same email/ MS account. The best thing to do is to contact xbox support by going to support.xbox.com and give them the gamertags and if they can verify ownership of the accounts they can tell you what the email is that is associated with the gamertag. Was this reply helpful?

Can I separate my Xbox account from my Microsoft account?

Short answer, no. Your Xbox account and Microsoft account are one-and-the-same: it is an account owned by an individual and not designed to be shared. You can either: Keep the Microsoft account and make your brother's console your home console so he'll retain access to games licensed under your account.

Is Xbox linked to Microsoft?

For all Xbox mobile apps, you need to sign in with the Microsoft account that you use on your console to access the app features. Xbox mobile app: When you open the app, a sign-in button appears, prompting you to sign in with your Microsoft account.

What accounts are linked to my Microsoft account?

From a Windows 10 device where you're already signed in, select Start > Settings > Accounts . Under Email & app accounts, you'll see the usernames associated with your device.

What happens to your Xbox account if you delete your Microsoft account?

If you choose to permanently delete your Microsoft account, you'll also delete your Xbox profile. If you're trying to have a personal account and a game-only account, which is ideal, it's best to leave the one that's already on Xbox just to play and create another personal account to use normally.

What happens if you remove your Xbox from your Microsoft account?

removing your account from the device will prevent access to your microsoft services (one drive etc), this is what the reset does. unlinking the device from the account will mean that the device does not affect your microsoft store device limit and keeps your account tidy.

How do I link two Xbox accounts?

You can't combine or merge Microsoft accounts, but if you have multiple accounts, you can share your Xbox Live Gold subscription and content on your Xbox One. To do this, make sure that all of your accounts are on the same Xbox One console, and then select that console as your home Xbox.

Can I move my Xbox account to a new email?

Scroll down the page to the “Account info” section, then click on the “Edit account info” link on the right. The “Manage how you sign in to Microsoft” page appears. Click on “add email” within the “Account alias” section. Type in the new “email address,” then click on “Add alias.”

How do I transfer my Xbox Game Pass to another account?

Select Share your subscription with up to 4 others under the Game Pass Friends & Family section of your subscriptions. Select Create a link to share. Copy and send this link to the family member or friend you wish to share your membership with.

Why is my Microsoft account different XBox LIVE profile?

You're getting that error because you're trying to sign up for Xbox LIVE using an e-mail that's already in use with your account. What you'd need to do is download your profile.

Is my Microsoft account the same as my live account?

Outlook.com, hotmail.com, live.com, or msn.com accounts are managed my Microsoft and are automatically considered Microsoft accounts. This means any changes you make to this account is carried through all Microsoft services such as XBox, Skype, or Onedrive where you also use this account.

Why is my Xbox account not on my Xbox?

This error usually indicates that your Microsoft account has no Xbox Live Gamertag, or that your account must be updated in some way, such as agreeing to an updated terms of use.

What does 0x87DD0017 mean on Xbox?

You see the following error code when you try to download your profile or connect to Xbox Live: 0x87DD0017. This may mean that you're experiencing network connectivity problems.

How do I reset my Xbox account?

Will I lose my games if I delete my Microsoft account?

If the games were downloaded or purchased with a specific account then yes, you will lose all of them by deleting the account. You would then be required to re-purchase the items when using a different account.

How do I find my Xbox gamertag email?

Can I delete my Microsoft account and start again?

If you close your Microsoft account, there's a 60-day grace period during which you can change your mind and reopen your account. After 60 days, your Microsoft account will be permanently deleted. See How to close your Microsoft account for more info. Go to account.microsoft.com and sign in.

How do I find linked accounts?

Go to the Google app where you linked the third-party account with your Google Account. For example, the Google Home app, the Google Assistant app, or the YouTube app. Select Connected accounts, Linked accounts, or Apps. This may be in the Google app's Settings section.