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What if I have a Microsoft account and a Mojang account?

If you migrate your Mojang account to a Microsoft account that has been used to play Bedrock (on any platform), then yes—you'll be able to access both games with that account.
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Is my Mojang account the same as my Microsoft account?

No, Microsoft accounts can only link to one Mojang account. Multiple Java Mojang accounts need to be migrated to separate Microsoft accounts.
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Should I use Microsoft or Mojang login?

Since 2021, you need a Microsoft account in order to play Minecraft. Before this point, players were able to play Minecraft simply with a Mojang account, but this legacy style of account is no longer enough to start playing Minecraft.
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Do I have to merge my Mojang and Microsoft account?

If you use a Mojang account, you will need to migrate to a Microsoft account to continue playing Minecraft: Java Edition. Your account/profile will remain, but you will not be able to access the game until you complete migration.
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Will Microsoft delete my Mojang account?

No it won't.
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How To Migrate Your Minecraft: Java Edition Mojang Account To A Microsoft Account

Can you transfer a Microsoft account to a Mojang account?

Unfortunately nothing is transferrable between accounts.
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Can you switch your Minecraft account from Microsoft to Mojang?

If you still have a legacy Minecraft Premium account you will have to migrate to a Microsoft account to enjoy all that Minecraft: Java Edition has to offer. The old migration to a Mojang account is no longer available.
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Is my Minecraft name my Microsoft account?

If you view your Microsoft account online, you will see your Gamertag as your account name, not Minecraft Username. Any purchase information and account settings tied to your Microsoft account will display your Gamertag. You can find your Gamertag by signing into https://www.xbox.com/en-US/ and checking the top right.
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How do I know what Minecraft account I am connected to?

Assuming you're logged in via the Java edition of Minecraft on your PC, you can click your profile name in the top left of the launcher and then select Manage Account.
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How do I merge Microsoft accounts?

For security reasons, it's not possible to merge or combine Microsoft accounts, nor can you transfer such things as your game progress or gamertag, account purchases and balance from one account to another. Microsoft personal accounts and Microsoft 365 work or school accounts can be used side by side.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft again?

Already bought the game? If you've recently updated your device and need a new version of Minecraft, you don't have to buy it again. Returning users can redownload the game at no additional cost.
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Can you have 2 Minecraft accounts on the same email?

Hello there, Each account should only be linked to one email address.
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Why is it telling me to rebuy Minecraft?

1: You bought Minecraft on a different account than the one that you tried to log in with. 2: You tried to use a different edition of Minecraft than the one that you bought. If every thing is exactly the same as when you last used Minecraft, you might have to rebuy the game.
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Can you transfer Mojang account to Microsoft without email?

"If you do not have access to the email that is used to log in to your Mojang account, you will not be able to complete the migration. You will need to change the email on your account first."
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When you buy Minecraft once does it work for all your accounts?

To use multiple Microsoft accounts on one computer, you can create a different computer user account for each purchase of Minecraft you have. Note: Each Minecraft purchase will use a different Microsoft account login.
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What happens if I don't migrate my Minecraft account?

Your account/profile will remain, but you will not be able to access the game until you complete migration. Migration is mandatory, but it won't be for everyone all at once; it will roll out to players in waves, which will begin on March 10, 2022.
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Why can't I play Minecraft even though I own it?

If it's Minecraft for Windows, simply sign out your account on Microsoft Store then restart your PC before signing back in. If this is Minecraft Java Edition please do the same, sign out on your Microsoft Launcher then restart before signing back in.
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Do you have to buy Minecraft twice for two accounts?

Each player needs their own Minecraft account, so you'll have to pay again if you want to play with your child: one account for you, one for your child.
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Can 2 people use the same Minecraft account and play?

For starters, yes, Minecraft can be put onto different consoles and devices using the same account. Players can theoretically have their accounts linked and logged in on a Switch, an Xbox, a PlayStation, a Windows 10 computer, and their phones simultaneously.
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Can I have 2 Minecraft accounts?

Yes, you can. You can also play both of them at the same time, just so long as you're both not on the same server together. Can I run the same Minecraft account on multiple computers at the same time?
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When you pay for Minecraft is it forever?

Minecraft is linked to your Mojang account, so if you buy it now, you can later install it on your gaming PC without having to rebuy it. All you need is an active Internet connection and your Mojang account credentials.
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Is Minecraft free once you buy it?

Players use items stored in their inventory to build, craft, and survive. How much does it cost to play? Aside from the price of the game itself, Minecraft is free.
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Do Minecraft purchases expire?

The Minecraft Marketplace makes it safer and easier to buy community-made content for Minecraft. Buy content once, and enjoy it on any mobile, Xbox, or Windows device with no expiration. Each purchase that you make is tied to your account.
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Can there be two Microsoft accounts?

You can easily switch between your work and personal Microsoft accounts with multiple account support in the To Do Android and Windows app. To add an account, tap your username and then Add account. Then just follow the prompts to add another account.
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Can I transfer my Microsoft account to another email?

You can add a new email address to your account by following the steps at: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-bil... After adding and confirming the new email address, on your Microsoft account page, just select "Make this the primary email address".
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