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Is signing up for Xbox free?

You'll need an account to play games and access other experiences on your Xbox console, Windows PC, and Xbox mobile apps. If you don't already have an account, you can create one for free.
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Can I play Xbox without a monthly fee?

Back in 2022, Xbox changed its Xbox Live Gold membership to no longer apply to free-to-play games. That means over 100 titles are now truly free and don't require a paid subscription to play them. You will still need a free Xbox Live account but don't have to pay for Gold membership.
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How do you make a free Xbox account?

Go to xbox.com and select Sign in. Select Create one!
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How much is Xbox account?

A subscription for Xbox Live Gold costs $10 per month (with discounts available if you prepay for three, six or 12 months).
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Is there a free Microsoft account?

A Microsoft account is a free account you use to access many Microsoft devices and services, such as the web-based email service Outlook.com (also known as hotmail.com, msn.com, live.com), Office Online apps, Skype, OneDrive, Xbox Live, Bing, Windows, or the Microsoft Store.
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What happens if you don't pay Xbox?

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.
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Why does Xbox keep taking my money?

Reasons for an unauthorized charge

You have an Xbox subscription or trial that was auto-renewed and charged you for additional time. You're sharing your Microsoft account or don't have your account password protected.
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How do I stop my Xbox from taking money?

Cancel your Xbox subscription on the web
  1. Sign in to account.microsoft.com.
  2. Under the section Subscriptions, select View all subscriptions, and then select Manage next to the subscription that you want to cancel.
  3. Select Cancel subscription or Turn off recurring billing.
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Is taking Xbox accounts illegal?

Account theft

Buying, selling, sharing, borrowing, or trading Microsoft accounts is a violation of the Microsoft Services Agreement and the Community Standards for Xbox.
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Can police track an Xbox account?

On the other hand, police need a warrant to obtain data located on an Xbox or gaming console. This is because law enforcement generally needs a warrant to confiscate property. Once police have that property, it can be "searched."
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Does Xbox know your age?

Your Xbox calculates your age based on your date of birth — if your birthday is wrong on your Microsoft account, you'll have to update the year you were born.
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Can a stolen Xbox be found?

Step 2: Report the stolen console

To find it: Sign in to your account, and then select All Devices under the Devices category. Go to the console that was stolen and select Show details.
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Is it safe to put your debit card on Xbox?

Xbox Live is one of the most secure online transaction systems there is. If you are worried about using your card online, however, I'd suggest you purchase a PLC — Pre Paid Code.
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Can Xbox refund me?

You can request a refund on your Xbox order history page. Find the product. It will include the return and refund status. If you see we've issued the refund, but the money hasn't been credited back to your payment provider, wait a few days.
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Does Xbox refund your money?

Refunds are typically issued for requests made within 14 days of the purchase date for games in which you haven't accumulated a significant amount of play time. For single-use items (like consumables and in-game currency), your request is likely eligible only if the consumable was not redeemed or used.
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Why did Xbox send me $5 dollars?

If you're an Xbox One gamer, you may want to check out your inbox on Xbox Live today. It seems that Microsoft is randomly giving away $5 gift cards to select gamers to help them kick off their holiday shopping.
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Can money expire in Xbox?

There are no fees or expiration dates, and either card can be used to buy: Subscriptions such as: Xbox Live Gold. Xbox Game Pass.
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Why won t Xbox let me buy a game?

“Your account is blocked from buying in Microsoft stores”

A privacy and online safety setting for your Microsoft account may be preventing you from making purchases. Sign in to the Privacy section of your Microsoft account and review your settings.
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How to delete Xbox account?

Remove your Xbox profile from an Xbox console
  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide.
  2. Select Profile & system > Settings > Account > Remove accounts.
  3. Choose the profile that you want to remove, and then select Remove to confirm.
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Do you have to pay monthly for a Microsoft account?

You can choose to pay for your subscription on a monthly or yearly basis, and the Microsoft 365 Family plan lets you share your subscription with your family for up to 6 people, and use your apps on multiple PCs, Macs, tablets, and phones.
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Do you always have to pay for Microsoft?

With the free Office apps on your mobile device, you can do some core tasks like viewing, creating, and editing files. However, you will need a qualifying Microsoft 365 subscription if: Your mobile device is larger than 10.1”.
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How does an Xbox account work?

Xbox Live's free subscription tier lets you download games and apps, stream videos and movies, and make a "Gamertag" — your online username. Xbox Live is free to join, but you'll need to upgrade to Xbox Live Gold or Xbox Game Pass in order to play multiplayer games online.
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How long does an Xbox account last?

it does not expire, it is not removed for time, it will stay in your account for as long as the Xbox platform lasts.
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What does an Xbox account do?

With an Xbox profile, you can experience the hottest games, apps, HD movies, and TV shows on your console. You can also access online multiplayer gaming for more than 50 free-to-play games, party chat, and Looking for Group—all without needing an Xbox subscription.
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How do I create a child's Xbox account?

Select Profile & system, and then sign in to your account. Press the Xbox button  again to open the guide, and then select Profile & system > Settings > Account > Family settings > Manage family members > Add to family > Add new.
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