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What to do if you forgot your Microsoft email for Minecraft?

If you forgot your e-mail address you used for your account: For a Mojang account and have forgotten the email that you log in with, try resetting your password. The reset process will send an email to the address that you have registered, letting you know which address you used.
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How do I find out what Microsoft account is linked to Minecraft?

After logging in click on the "Privacy" option after going down the page and find the "Apps and services" option by clicking you will be directed to another page where apps, games, etc. will appear that are linked to your account.
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Can you change Minecraft email without email?

"To change the email address on a Mojang account, visit account.mojang.com/me/settings. You can either have instructions sent to your current address or if you don't have access to that email account, you can have it changed by passing a security challenge."
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Do you need a Microsoft email to play Minecraft?

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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Can I transfer Minecraft to another Microsoft account?

Migrating to a New Microsoft Account
  1. Login to minecraft.net with your Mojang account and find the prompt IT'S YOUR TURN TO MOVE! ...
  2. You will need to verify your email by receiving a code to the email currently on your Mojang account. ...
  3. Enter the code in the box shown and click SUBMIT AND START MIGRATION.
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Can I log into Minecraft with my username?

If your account was created after November 2012 or has been migrated to a Microsoft account, sign in with your email. Otherwise, sign in with your username.
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Is your Minecraft account your Microsoft account?

Don't worry – the only thing that's changing is how you log in to the game! We're only moving Mojang accounts to Microsoft accounts, which gives you access to new security features. Minecraft: Java Edition will stay exactly the same, and we'll continue to update and support it in the future.
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Is Minecraft login same as Microsoft account?

Because you log in with your Microsoft account to play Minecraft, you will need to reach out to Microsoft for assistance with any account-related issues.
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Do I need to rebuy Minecraft?

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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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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What happens to my Minecraft account if I delete my Microsoft account?

You use your Microsoft account to sign in to Minecraft. If you delete it, you will no longer have access to Minecraft.
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Why did my Microsoft account log out in Minecraft?

This is a common issue with Minecraft on all platforms. According to Microsoft, it's an issue with Mojang and how worlds are synced to the cloud. Another possibility is that your world has been corrupted (often due to connectivity issues while syncing data).
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Are Minecraft worlds saved to Microsoft account?

Yes, It's saved to your microsoft account through the cloud.
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How do I recover my Microsoft account?

Reopen your Microsoft account
  1. Go to account.microsoft.com and sign in.
  2. You'll be asked to receive and enter a security code. After you enter the code, your account will be reopened.
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Why can't i login with Microsoft on Minecraft?

You have to add a new account. It is counterintuitive because you are not actually setting up a new account. But once you click to add a new account you can choose to sign in with your Microsoft account in the Launcher. Once you do that, it will automatically use the Microsoft account to log you in from the Launcher.
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Why can't I log into Minecraft using Microsoft?

1) Run the Store apps troubleshooter at Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot. 2) Check for and install game Updates in Microsoft Store app > Hub (three dots at top right) > Updates. 3) Try resetting Minecraft in Windows Settings > Apps > Apps & Features > Minecraft > Advanced Options > Repair or Reset.
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Is Minecraft free if you delete it?

No, absolutely you do not need to buy the game again.
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Do Minecraft accounts expire?

No, you can never lose you Minecraft account do to inactivity. Do Minecraft accounts expire? I got a Minecraft account from MCLeaks and I've been playing it uninterrupted for 6 months now. Now suddenly I have to log in and I don't know the account password.
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What happens to old Minecraft accounts?

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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How do I restore my old Minecraft purchases?

Open the Minecraft Marketplace. Select the Store. Scroll down to purchases and select Restore Purchases.
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Can you have 2 Minecraft accounts on the same email?

Can I use one Microsoft account for multiple Java Mojang accounts? 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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How do I restore my Minecraft purchases on Microsoft Store?

If you purchased on your Windows 10 (and above) device:
  1. Sign in at account.microsoft.com and check your recent purchases.
  2. If you see a completed purchase, restart your device as it may need to be updated.
  3. If you have another device running Minecraft, sign in on that device to see if your purchase appears there.
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How do I find my Minecraft world I purchased?

Sign in at account.microsoft.com and check your recent purchases. If you see a completed purchase, restart your device as it may need to be updated. If you have another device running Minecraft, sign in on that device to see if your purchase appears there.
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How to transfer Minecraft purchases to another Microsoft account?

Unfortunately that isn't possible. Games cannot be transferred from one account to another. Hope this helps.
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