Do you have to rebuy Minecraft for different computers?

Only the main account that purchased the game can play it without buying it again. If the child account that is family sharing wants to play Java Edition, they will need to purchase Java Edition on their account directly or you can sign into the account that owns it already.
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Do you have to rebuy Minecraft on a different device?

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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Can I play Minecraft if I bought it on another computer?

Note: Minecraft purchases are tied to your Microsoft account and not a device. As such, you can download and install Minecraft: Java Edition on as many computers as you want. To log in, use your Microsoft account email address and password.
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Can I have my Minecraft account on two computers?

If you have Java Minecraft, it will work for every other PC. If you have Minecraft Bedrock Edition, it will work for every other Device that supports Bedrock edition. You can not concurrently play multiplayer if you have the same account in multiple devices, but you can go solo at the same time with the same device.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft multiple times?

You can buy Minecraft: Java Edition (through the Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition bundle) from minecraft.net. This is a one-time purchase. You can buy an account for yourself or buy a code to gift to someone else. Gift codes may not be available in all areas.
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Can you buy Minecraft once for two computers?

For starters, yes, Minecraft can be put onto different consoles and devices using the same account.
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How to download Minecraft if you already bought it on a different computer?

If you have purchased Java Edition from Minecraft website, then go to Minecraft website and sign in with the same email account you used to purchase the game at that time. Then install the game on the PC.
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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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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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Do you need to buy Minecraft for each account?

Minecraft: Java Edition cannot be family shared because it is not part of the Microsoft Store. Only the main account that purchased the game can play it without buying it again.
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Can I share my Minecraft account?

Using the family share feature, Minecraft Bedrock Edition can be shared by several users with only one purchase.
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Do I need to buy Minecraft again for Switch?

I had Minecraft for 6 years on PC and was wondering if I need to buy again to play on Switch. Yes. You'll have to repurchase it on per-console/mobile.
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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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How do I migrate my Minecraft account?

It is no longer possible to migrate unmigrated accounts or make the move. For more information, check out our FAQ. Since 2021, millions of Java Edition players have switched over from their old accounts to Microsoft accounts.
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Can you play Minecraft on PC if you bought it for Xbox?

You do not get a free copy of the game for Windows, if you purchased on Xbox. You have to purchase Minecraft again on PC if you want to play the game on that platform.
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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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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 if you bought both versions of Minecraft?

If you buy Minecraft: Java Edition, you've also purchased Minecraft: Bedrock Edition thanks to our Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition bundle. You can now download both versions of the game and switch between them at your leisure.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft again for PC if I have it on PS4?

To clarify, the PS4, Xbox, and the Mobile all use the Bedrock edition of Minecraft. Signing in to Xbox only allows for crossplay and not for syncing your purchases. If you bought Minecraft for PS4, you have to buy it again on Xbox, Mobile, or PC.
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Can you share Minecraft with family?

Follow these steps to set up your family accounts:

If there is no family group yet, select Create a family group. Select Add a family member. Create a new child account or enter the child's existing email account. Once signed in, your Family homepage will update with the child account.
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How do I log into Minecraft on another device?

On a different device, open your web browser and navigate to the URL displayed in Minecraft. Enter the code displayed in Minecraft and click Next. Enter the email address, phone number, or Skype username for your Microsoft account and click Next. Enter your password and click Sign in.
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Can you play Minecraft on two consoles?

Can you play Minecraft online with your friends on the same server if they have different consoles? If all your friends are on console/PC, you can if all play the bedrock version, and the server is a bedrock server.
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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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Why is Minecraft on Switch more expensive?

A recent report suggested that Switch games are more expensive because of a more complex manufacturing process, as well as a Nintendo policy that requires physical and digital versions of a game be the same price.
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Is Minecraft free on Mac if I have Switch?

If I have Minecraft on my Nintendo Switch, can I get it for free on my PC, or do I have to buy Minecraft separately for different platforms? Yes, you do have to buy Minecraft separately for each platform.
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