Can you have multiple gamertags on one Xbox Live account?

The Microsoft Account can be attached to two gametags, however, it can only be set as the primary email for one gamertag.
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How do I add a second gamertag to Xbox Live?

Microsoft only allows for the use of one gamertag per Microsoft account, so to make a brand new gamertag separate from the others you would need to create a brand new Microsoft account/email address.
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Can I have 2 Xbox accounts on one Microsoft account?

Please be informed that a single email address or a single Microsoft account will always have one Xbox profile or gamertag. It's not possible to have more than one Xbox profile in one single Microsoft account.
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Why does my Xbox account have 2 gamertags?

In the case where there are differences between your modern and classic gamertag, you may see both gamertags on some profile pages so you can see how you'll appear on both systems.
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Can 2 people have the same gamertag on Xbox?

Yes, multiple people can share the same gamertag.
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Can 2 users share Xbox Live?

Gamesharing on Xbox allows you to share your digital game library with a friend or family member. You can also share your Xbox Live Gold and GamePass memberships when you gameshare.
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What are the rules for Xbox gamertags?

Gamertags can be up to 12 characters long, including spaces. They can't start with a number. If you receive a “That name isn't available. Try a different one” message, that means you'll need to create another one.
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Can I have two gamertags on one email?

Hi, Each Microsoft account can only have one gamertag or Xbox Live profile attached to it. If you logged in to the Account settings page on Xbox.com and you see two profiles, it is possible that the other profile is a Child account or a Parent account.
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How often can you change Xbox gamertags?

However, if you are referring to the gamer tag on your Xbox account, you only have 1 free gamer tag change promotion but the next time you change your gamer tag, it will cost you 9.99 USD. Thank you for your time.
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How do you make your Xbox gamertag longer than 12 characters?

In the newest versions of the Xbox since the 360 it's only possible to get a gamertag with a 12-character limit. This rule is applied to all consoles such as Xbox One, Xbox Series X etc. The only possible way of getting a 15-character Xbox gamertag is if you have access to an Xbox 360.
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Can one Microsoft account have two profiles?

Windows accounts

You can only be signed in with one Microsoft account at a time, but you can have multiple accounts (such as other family members or your work account) on your computer.
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Is it legal to have 2 Microsoft accounts?

Yes, you can have two Microsoft accounts with different usernames but the same underlying email address. When creating a new Microsoft account, you can choose a different username than the email address associated with the account.
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How many Xbox accounts can you have on one Xbox?

On Xbox ONE, there only needs to be 1 xbox profile on there that has Xbox Live Gold. Up to 9 other profiles on that console can be added and use the Gold beneifts that the Home profile uses with no limitations unless of course you want to set limitations for kids and things of that nature. Was this reply helpful?
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Do I need a separate Xbox Live account for my child?

If you have children 13 or under who use an Xbox console, we encourage you to set up a child account for them. Features of properly setting up an account include managing a child's gaming activities like screentime, spending limits, privacy and content settings and more.
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How long do Xbox gamertags last?

Per the terms of service, if a person doesn't sign into their Xbox account for 5 years, the tag will be freed up. If a person doesn't sign into their Microsoft account within 2 years, the account will be closed which should also free up the tag.
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How can I change my Xbox gamertag for free again?

Your Xbox gamertag is created for you the first time you sign in. If you don't like it, you can change it once for free. Here's a way to do it on your Xbox One console: Press the Xbox button on your controller, then select System > Settings > Personalization > My profile > Customize profile.
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Does changing Xbox gamertag cost money?

This is why you are allowed one free gamertag choice; the "change" is just you setting the gamertag you really want. Additional gamertag changes are not free — they cost $9.99 apiece. (If you don't have a credit card associated with your account, you will need to enter the details to complete the transaction.)
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Can you have 2 Microsoft accounts with same email Xbox?

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Its not possible to have two different Microsoft/Xbox accounts under the same exact email address.
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How do I get a Xbox gamertag without a number?

How do I not have my number on Xbox Gamertag? The number next to your gamertag indicates that someone else picked that gamertag before you did. In order to not have a number next to your gamertag you need to pick a gamertag that no one else has.
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Why are some Xbox gamertags not allowed?

Note Microsoft can at any time deem a gamertag harmful or inappropriate (even if the “Change gamertag” tool allows it to be created). When we find an offensive or inappropriate gamertag on the Xbox network, it's replaced with a new, automatically generated gamertag.
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What words are not allowed in Xbox gamertags?

Things not allowed in Gamertags?
  • Profane words or phrases.
  • Topics or content of a sexual nature.
  • Hate speech.
  • Illegal drugs or controlled substances.
  • Illegal activities.
  • Controversial religious topics.
  • Notorious people or organisations.
  • Sensitive current or historical events.
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Can you get banned for gamertag?

Gamertag Bans

Microsoft doesn't tolerate racist, sexist, or otherwise offensive language in gamertags. Microsoft will give you a free chance to change your gamertag if it gets reported. If you don't comply, your gamertag will be banned.
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How many users can use an Xbox Live account?

The Xbox One X and Xbox One Series X/S, allows for up to eight accounts to be signed in and used simultaneously.
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Is Xbox Live per Xbox or per account?

There's no way to transfer Xbox Live Gold subscriptions between users, but you can sign in to your account on any Xbox console to access your benefits. The catch is that you can't be signed in to more than one of each Xbox model simultaneously.
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