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Why is it $10 dollars to change Xbox gamertag?

They charge for Gamertag changes because of the change of records. They have FILES upon FILES with your name on it. Everytime you license transfer, buy anything, send a message, earn an achievment. That's a lot of information to keep track of, and when you change your GT there is an age old issue of verification.
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Why does Xbox charge to change your gamertag?

Every profile takes up server space,which costs money. If gamertag changes were free then nearly everyone would just be changing their tags willy nilly.
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Is it 9.99 to change your gamertag on Xbox?

You can change your gamertag for free, but only once — after that, you'll need to pay $9.99 for each subsequent name change. Microsoft reserves the right to change your Xbox One's gamertag at any time, but they'll usually only do this if your name breaks the rules.
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Do you still have to pay to change your Xbox gamertag?

Changing Gamertag is Free On XBOX (Official)
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How much is 800 Microsoft points?

In North America, points could only be purchases in increments of 400. In the United States, the minimum 400 points costs $5 to purchase, 800 cost $10, while 1600 cost $20.
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Why do I half to pay to change my Xbox name?

They charge for Gamertag changes because of the change of records. They have FILES upon FILES with your name on it. Everytime you license transfer, buy anything, send a message, earn an achievment.
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Do you get 1 free gamertag change on Xbox?

Info about changing your gamertag

If this is your first time changing your gamertag, you can change it one time for free. This is regardless of whether we created it for you automatically when you first signed up for Xbox (meaning you didn't choose it yourself) or if you created your own gamertag at signup.
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What is a classic gamertag?

The classic gamertag you are referring to is how your name is displayed on older games destroyer1618 as in your example. Your new gamertag would be destroyer#1618. As per the new system. The reason being is older games don't support symbols. So the classic gamertag is destroyer1618.
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How do I change my Xbox gamertag cheap?

Change your gamertag on Xbox One
  1. Press the Xbox button on your controller, then select System > Settings > Personalization > My profile > Customize profile.
  2. Select your gamertag, then select it again to type a new gamertag or select one from the suggested list.
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Can I reuse Xbox gamertag?

Of course. You can keep your current gamertag with zero change in experience, and no suffix will be attached. Anyone else who chooses the same gamertag as yours will have a suffix added to distinguish them from you.
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Will I lose my games if I change my Xbox gamertag?

No, by changing your gamertag you keep your progress saved from the games and your linked accounts and subscriptions, it does not affect anything changing Gamertag :) Was this reply helpful?
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What are good Xbox names?

Best Xbox Gamertag Ideas
  • PathDarryle.
  • SmilingXray.
  • PerfectElegant.
  • KookyRatty.
  • FranticTortoise.
  • BraveBlackberry.
  • CarbonOwl.
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Is gamertag change paid?

Note After changing your gamertag once, all future gamertag changes require a fee (cost varies by region and currency).
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What should my gamertag be?

Your Gamertag should be personal and creative

For example, nicknames, or interesting initials, pets, cars, personal characteristics or particular habits, colors, flowers, plants, or even mythical creatures. Using a thesaurus or regular dictionary can be useful.
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How much is a yearly Xbox Live subscription?

$10 per month, or $60 per year

Since then it has offered more benefits such as special discounts and four free Xbox 360, Xbox One or Xbox Series games monthly.
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How do you get two names on Xbox?

Press the Xbox button  on your controller to open the guide. 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.
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How to create a gamertag?

We'll create a gamertag for you the first time you sign in to the Xbox app. On Start , swipe over to the All apps list, then select Xbox . If you don't like your gamertag, you can change it once for free. Open the Xbox app, select Menu , select your gamerpic, then select Customize > Change gamertag.
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Can you refund a name change on Xbox?

You can call up Xbox Support to see if they can possibly help you, but generally, there are no refunds offered after a gamertag change.
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How long does a gamertag change take?

Hi there again, It can take up to 48hrs. I've changed mine a couple of times and it has been pretty much instant. With the Xbox having problems yesterday this could be a factor of why it hasn't changed.
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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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