Why does my Microsoft account need parental permission?

Helping users safely navigate web, app, and game content is one of Microsoft's top priorities. If you live in a region that requires permission to create an account and access Microsoft services, you may be prompted to request or give parental consent.

How do I remove parental permission from Microsoft account?

Go to Settings > Accounts > Family & other users. Click on the Manage family settings online or remove an account option. Select the child account for which you want to turn off parental control and make the necessary changes. *Do note this can only be done by an adult account in microsoft family.

Why is my Xbox asking for parental permission?

Content restrictions – You or a member in your Xbox family group has their birth date set to under the age of majority (for example 18 in the U.S.) and can't access the content that you're trying to launch due to age restrictions.

How do I get rid of ask parent permission on Xbox?

Sign in to the Microsoft Family Safety site with your account. Under the member whose account you want to manage, select More options > Spending. On this page, you can select the toggle switch under Credit cards for Require approval for every purchase.

Why does it say I need a parent account on Xbox?

If the date of birth shows that the account owner is under the age of majority (for example, 18 in the U.S.), parental consent is required to complete account creation for an Xbox profile. Select Edit profile info to change any details, as needed, and then select Save.

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Why does my Xbox account think I'm a child?

If you were not yet 18 when you signed up for Xbox LIVE, your account was designated a child account. Child accounts are tied to a parent's Windows Live ID to control Family Settings, and some features of Xbox LIVE are restricted.

How do I turn off ask for permission Microsoft family features?

Under the account, click More options, click Remove from family. Restart then check if you can sign into the account again. It is possible there is a profile issue, you could try changing the account privileges to Standard User from Administrator to see if it logs you in.

Why does it say my Microsoft account is a child account?

It is in a family as a child account. When the DOB is put in that is under the age of majority it is required to be put into a family as a child account. You can check this out by signing into the parental account at account.microsoft.com/family and you would have to option to remove your account from the family.

Why is my Xbox account a child account when im 18?

If you're an adult, but you got a message asking for parental consent, it's because you're a child in your Microsoft family. Even if you're over the age of 18, you can still be a child in Microsoft family.

Why does Microsoft keep asking to verify my account?

If you're prompted to verify your account when you try to send an email message from Outlook.com, it is because we are trying to protect your account. Outlook.com will occasionally prompt you to verify your account, just to make sure you're still you and your account hasn't been compromised by spammers.

How do I bypass parental permissions?

How do I change Microsoft account permissions?

Select Start > Settings > Privacy & security. Select an App permission (for example, Location) then choose which apps can access it.

How do I turn off parental controls on Microsoft family?

Click [View family settings]③. Sign in to the Microsoft Family Safety website, you will see your family group. Find your family member you want to remove, click the [More options] icon at the upper-right corner④ and then select [Remove from family group]⑤. Select [Remove]⑥ to remove the member from your family group.

How do I change my Microsoft account from parent to child?

How do I change my age restriction on my Microsoft account?

Using the adult Microsoft account, sign in to your account on family.microsoft.com. Choose the family member, select then Manage consent. In the Manage permissions page of the child's account you want to change, at the right, select Edit this child's personal info and then follow the instructions.

Why won t my Microsoft account let me play Minecraft?

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.

Why does Windows 10 keep asking for Administrator permission?

The error message is usually displayed when any of the following scenario is true: a) You don't have permission to access the file, b) The file you are trying to access is corrupt, c) If you are using any third party security software, it may be blocking the file.

How do I get my computer to stop asking me for Administrator permission?

How do I change my child account to a normal account?

How do I bypass Xbox child settings?

Why can't i leave Microsoft family?

In a nutshell, you need to login the parent account > remove family member from family summary page. You won't be able to do it via the child account. Under the account, click More options, click Remove from family.

How do I Unrestrict my Microsoft account?

To unlock your account, sign in to get a security code. Tips: You can use any phone number to request the security code. The phone number doesn't need to be associated with your account.

How do I manage Microsoft account permissions?

Click the profile icon, then select Account settings from the drop-down menu. The account settings page will appear. Locate and select Permissions in the left-navigation menu. The Permissions page will appear, which displays any accounts you have linked to your Microsoft account.