Will deleting my Microsoft account delete my Minecraft account?

I'll be happy to assist you today. You use your Microsoft account to sign in to Minecraft. If you delete it, you will no longer have access to Minecraft.

How to delete Minecraft account without deleting Microsoft account?

What happens when you unlink Microsoft account in Minecraft?

If you choose to unlink accounts, then purchases will be returned to the account which made the purchase. Even after unlinking, Microsoft and PlayStation 4™ accounts can only be re-linked to the original account.

Does deleting a Microsoft account delete everything?

If the account you want to delete is a Microsoft account, you will lose everything related to that account that is stored anywhere and you will lose access to all the services of a Microsoft account, including things like OneDrive, Office, Xbox, ... even this community forum.

Will I lose my games if I delete my Microsoft account?

If the games were downloaded or purchased with a specific account then yes, you will lose all of them by deleting the account. You would then be required to re-purchase the items when using a different account.

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What happens if I cancel my Microsoft account?

Admins and users no longer have access to the services or Microsoft 365 apps that came with the subscription. All customer data—from user data to documents and email—is permanently deleted and is unrecoverable.

Does deleting your Microsoft account delete your Xbox profile?

If you choose to permanently delete your Microsoft account, you'll also delete your Xbox profile. If you're trying to have a personal account and a game-only account, which is ideal, it's best to leave the one that's already on Xbox just to play and create another personal account to use normally.

How long until a Microsoft account is deleted?

If you close your Microsoft account, there's a 60-day grace period during which you can change your mind and reopen your account. After 60 days, your Microsoft account will be permanently deleted. See How to close your Microsoft account for more info. Go to account.microsoft.com and sign in.

Can you reuse a deleted Microsoft account?

No, any Microsoft addresses in a deleted account cannot be used again.

How long does Microsoft keep deleted accounts?

Your account might be closed or deleted

You might not be able to sign into your account because it's closed or deleted. You closed your account If you closed your Microsoft account, you have 60 days from that closure to sign in and reopen it. After that 60 days, your account and data expire.

Is Minecraft tied to Microsoft account?

Minecraft and Microsoft accounts

A free Microsoft account will help you access your purchases, Realms, and other Minecraft content across all of your Minecraft devices. Microsoft accounts are free to set up and use on any Minecraft device.

Is my Minecraft account the same as my Microsoft account?

All the information in your Mojang account will transfer to your Microsoft account, including your in-game username, worlds, content, and capes.

Is your Minecraft account your 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. Minecraft support is not able to access this information. However, if you have other issues that are not related to your Microsoft account, contact Minecraft Support.

What to do before deleting Microsoft account?

Will deleting my Microsoft account delete my email?

Deleting your Microsoft account will not affect your Gmail account. You can add an @outlook.com alias to the Microsoft account and just remove the Gmail address. Then you will still have a Microsoft account. Was this reply helpful?

Can you make 2 Microsoft accounts with the same email?

If you are a Microsoft 365 subscriber, you can have multiple personal and work or school accounts set up in Outlook. There are many different types of email accounts you can add to Outlook, including Outlook.com or Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo, iCloud, and other Exchange accounts. Learn more.

How do I recover my Minecraft 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. Alternatively, try other email addresses that you own.

Why does it take 60 days to delete Microsoft account?

The 60-day waiting period helps keep hackers from changing an account's security info as a way to completely take over that account. This waiting period gives the real account owner enough time to be alerted of the change and to cancel it in case they didn't start it.

How do I delete my Microsoft account on Xbox?

Why is Minecraft switching to Microsoft accounts?

Minecraft has long kept players' account information secure on its website courtesy of Mojang. However, in an effort to improve security for players with extra layers of account protection, Mojang is encouraging a migration of accounts to Microsoft.

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.

How to transfer Minecraft from one Microsoft account to another?

Unfortunately nothing is transferrable between accounts.

How do I unlink my Mojang account from Microsoft?

Unlinking a Minecraft: Java Edition Account and a Microsoft Account. After you link a Minecraft: Java Edition account to a Microsoft Secure Account (MSA), the accounts are permanently linked and cannot be unlinked.

How many Microsoft accounts can you have on Minecraft?

By default, you are limited to one Microsoft account per computer user account. This can make switching between accounts difficult.