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Is Xbox store safe?

Developers have made amazing games and content for the Xbox network. To protect customers and developers, we provide a safe and secure way to make purchases in the Microsoft Store. To maintain this security, Xbox monitors for instances of marketplace theft or solicitation from the Xbox community.
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Is it safe to buy from Microsoft Store?

Apps from Windows Store are verified by Microsoft. Also, they are isolated (mostly), so even without the verification only scams (just like those online) would work.
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Is it safe to use debit card on Microsoft Store?

Rest assured a debit card is safe to use in Microsoft Store.
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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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Is it safe to buy digital games on Xbox?

Digital provides you a convenient, safe, and great experience to find, purchase, install, and play your games.
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Is it better to buy Xbox games or download them?

Both discs and digital games cost about the same, and they provide a gaming experience and interface that is often identical. Yet while physical discs still represent most sales, more and more gamers (and gaming console manufacturers) are moving toward downloadable cloud-based offerings.
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Are Xbox apps safe?

Yes, it's safe. I've never had any problems downloading top apps, games, and the Xbox app from the Microsoft Store.
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Is it unsafe to use a debit card for online purchases?

Payments with a debit card are taken instantly from your checking account and shopping online comes with the added risk that your information may be stolen. Using a debit card opens up the possibility that the thief will gain access to the funds in your checking account.
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Can I trust Microsoft with my credit card?

yes, it's totally safe. Was this reply helpful? Was this reply helpful? Microsoft has always been very secure with user data, however if your concerned you could always buy a Microsoft gift card with cash at store and use that instead.
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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 accidental purchases on Xbox?

Create a PIN for your Xbox profile

When you create a PIN, you can require it for signing in to your profile, making purchases, and changing your settings. This is also handy to prevent members of your Xbox family group from changing family settings that have been enabled on their accounts.
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How do I remove my credit card from Xbox?

Remove a payment option
  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide.
  2. Select Profile & system > Settings > Account > Payment & billing.
  3. Select Payment options.
  4. In the box that contains your current payment option, select the box that contains the trash can icon to Remove your payment method.
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How do I remove my debit card from Microsoft Store?

Sign in to the Payment options page with your Microsoft account. If you can't sign in, try troubleshooting issues with your Microsoft account. Find the payment method you want to remove, and then select Remove. Confirm that you want to remove your payment method, and then select Remove.
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What is the difference between Microsoft Store and Xbox store?

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.
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Is buying games from Microsoft Store safe?

Be careful the next time you download a game off the Microsoft Store on Windows, as there's dangerous malware hiding in clones of several popular games. Before you download anything, make sure it's the actual app and not a fake.
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Does Microsoft Store check for viruses?

Yes, you can be absolutely sure that the apps in the store are safe and contain no malware! In addition to the encapsulation of the MS Store apps, several tests are performed after someone submits a new app, a virus and threat scan and then they are certified by Microsoft!
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What is the 1.99 charge for Microsoft?

Called Microsoft 365 Basic and priced at $1.99 per month or $19.99 per year, the plan will initially include 100 GB of storage, Outlook email and access to support experts for help with Microsoft 365 and Windows 11.
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Can Microsoft tell me whos using my card?

Sorry but Microsoft can't do that. If you think someone is using your Credit card then you should request a new card from your bank and disable the old one.
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Why does Microsoft want my credit card?

Microsoft is not doing it solely for the sake of local credit card data storage. The idea here is to let users view their linked payment details and get notified about subscription-related issues.
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What is the safest way to pay online?

By and large, credit cards are easily the most secure and safe payment method to use when you shop online. Credit cards use online security features like encryption and fraud monitoring to keep your accounts and personal information safe.
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What is the safest card to use online?

Prepaid Cards

Using a prepaid card to pay for goods and services online is a great way to protect your money because even if a threat actor manages to steal your card information somehow, they will not be able to gain access to your bank account, but only the money that is already on the prepaid card.
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Will I get my money back if my debit card was hacked?

If the transactions are verified as unauthorized, the money is usually refunded to you within three business days. After you report a compromised debit card, the bank may close your checking account and issue you a new debit card to use going forward.
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Can your Xbox account get hacked?

Xbox users are most likely to get hacked (86%), fall victim to email phishing scams (76%), and risk using possibly unsafe cheat codes (64%). Xbox users have the worst security habits while gaming: They were often the least likely to take security precautions to prevent cyber breaches when compared to other users.
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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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Can police track your Xbox?

Xbox One consoles can be tracked by the police if they are stolen, according to new policies published by Microsoft. Police will need a court order to find a console's location, but it may help deter thieves from stealing a console in the first place.
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