Do I have to rebuy Minecraft on a different computer?

You can simply download the launcher again from the Microsoft Store (if you got it from there), or minecraft.net/download. Your account will carry over.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft again for a new computer?

If you already own one version of Minecraft on a Microsoft Secured Account (MSA), then you're entitled to the other version for free! Your current version of the game will remain unaffected.
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Do you have to rebuy Minecraft on different devices?

Your Minecraft Legends marketplace purchases will transfer over to other devices. However, please understand that you must buy Minecraft Legends on another platform to play it. Purchasing the game on one platform does not mean you own it on another platform.
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Do you have to pay for Minecraft on different computers?

If I buy Minecraft Java on one of my PCs, can I have it for free on another PC? Yes. Buying Minecraft gives you an account, not a single instance of the game. You can only play Minecraft on one computer at a time, but you can play it on as many computers as you like.
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How to get Minecraft on another computer if you already own it?

Using your Microsoft account, sign into the Microsoft Store on your PC. Click the three dots in the Microsoft Store next to your profile picture. Go to My Library. If you already own the game, you can download it from there.
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Can I have Minecraft on 2 computers?

It is possible to have two separate machines running Minecraft with the same account (singleplayer and multiplayer), although this might violate some terms of use. (Check for yourself!) You can only be logged on to each account in one place.
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Can I use Minecraft on two computers?

Yes, you can play Minecraft on as many computers as you want as long as you are logged in to your Mojang account and only playing one at a time. Hope this answers your question. Was this reply helpful?
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How many computers can you have Minecraft on?

Minecraft: Java Edition for PC/Mac [Online Game Code]

A: You can play it on as many computers as you want. You're only allowed to play on the same account on one computer at the same time, however. You can play offline on more than one though if you use a program like MultiMC. Helpful?
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Can I use my Minecraft account on different computers?

For whatever reason, they're probably wondering: Can you even use the same account on different devices? Yes, they can.
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Can 2 people use the same Minecraft account and play?

To answer your question, no need to jump through more hoops, we would like to let you know that it is not possible to play Minecraft in two devices with the same account at the same time. To play Minecraft in two devices at the same time, you will have to be on different account.
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Can you use the same Microsoft account for Minecraft on different devices?

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.
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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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Can I transfer Minecraft to a new laptop?

Players will have to transfer their worlds to a new device manually. Unlike other games, Minecraft does not automatically update the world on the cloud so that players can download the game on a new device and play their worlds. For new players, the manual process can be slightly confusing.
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Do I need to buy Minecraft again for Chromebook?

Will a previous purchase of Minecraft transfer to my Chromebook? It will not.
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Is Minecraft a one time purchase?

Buying Minecraft

Players must have a Minecraft Account to play Minecraft. This requires a one-time purchase for the account. The account has to be compatible with the device. Example: Pocket Edition for iOS and Android; PC version for computer.
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What is the difference between Minecraft Java and bedrock?

A major difference between Java and Bedrock is the world format. Bedrock uses the LevelDB format for world storage, while Java uses the Anvil format. Due to this, most third-party tools created for editing a world will only work in the version for which it was created.
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How many consoles can you play Minecraft on?

Console (PlayStation 3, XBOX 360, PlayStation 4, Xbox One)

This is where the Minecraft console editions come into play. The console version of Minecraft is currently available on the PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, XBOX 360 and the Xbox One.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft for each child?

Each player needs their own Minecraft account, so you'll have to pay again if you want to play with your child: one account for you, one for your child. When you see a bunch of children clustered together with tablets and phones playing Minecraft, this is likely how they are doing it.
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Can I share Minecraft with my family?

Only games accessible from the Microsoft Store are eligible for family sharing including: Minecraft: Bedrock Edition. Minecraft Dungeons. Minecraft Legends.
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How to share Minecraft?

Invite a Friend Using Share Links
  1. In Minecraft, select Play.
  2. Select the Edit button next to the Realm you want to invite your friend to.
  3. Select the Members button.
  4. Select the Share Link button. Share this Link with the friends you want to invite to your Realm.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft again for my laptop?

Playing Minecraft for Windows

You can install any PC-compatible versions of Minecraft that you already own with the account that you're signed in to with the Minecraft Launcher (such as Minecraft, Minecraft: Java Edition, and Minecraft Dungeons).
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Do you have to rebuy Minecraft if you didn't migrate?

You no longer have access to your Java Edition account or Minecraft: Java Edition. To continue playing Minecraft, you will have to buy Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition using a Microsoft account.
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Why is Apple making me pay for Minecraft again?

When attempting to reinstall Minecraft have you verified that you're signed in to the correct Apple ID, or tried signing in to the alternate Apple ID to complete the installation? The reason the Apple ID being used is important is because if you're signed in to the wrong account you would be asked to purchase the app.
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Why can't i play Minecraft if i bought it?

Other possible issues could be: Your launcher is out of date. Update via Settings > About or re-download the Minecraft Launcher. You purchased Minecraft under a different email address, or the email address has been changed.
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Can I Switch my Minecraft to a different Microsoft account?

Unfortunately, you can't move your Minecraft license(s) from one account to another.
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