Is my Xbox account the same as my Microsoft account?

Follow these steps to reset your Microsoft account password. You'll need a Microsoft account to create an Xbox account. A Microsoft account is not the same thing as an Xbox account, although you can use the same email address for both.
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Do you automatically have an Xbox account if you have a Microsoft account?

Replies (3)  Every Microsoft account has an Xbox account. It's automatic and nothing insidious or irregular.
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Is Microsoft and Xbox the same?

The Xbox branding was formerly, from 2012 to 2015, used as Microsoft's digital media entertainment brand replacing Zune. In 2022, Microsoft expanded its gaming business and reorganized Xbox to become part of its newly formed Microsoft Gaming division.
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Is Xbox linked to Microsoft account?

The first time you launch Xbox cloud gaming on a handheld gaming device, you'll be prompted to sign in using your Microsoft account. If you don't have an Xbox profile, you'll be prompted to create one.
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Can you separate Xbox account from Microsoft account?

For your reference, you can check this link: https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/account-pro... Was this reply helpful? The Microsoft account and th Xbox account are basically one in the same. They cannot be separated.
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Can I switch my Xbox account to a new Microsoft account?

Open the Xbox app. Select your gamerpic and then select Sign Out. Select Sign In and follow the prompts to enter the other account's credentials.
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What happens if I remove Xbox from Microsoft account?

If you don't want your Xbox console or device associated with your account any longer, you can unregister it by selecting the device, and then selecting Remove device. Note Unregistering your device automatically unlinks it from the Microsoft Store to disassociate it from future downloads.
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How do I connect my Xbox to Microsoft?

On your PC, open the Xbox Console Companion app and choose the Connection icon on the left side (looks like a little Xbox One). Choose your Xbox, and then choose Connect. From now on, the Xbox app will connect to your Xbox One automatically, as long as it's on.
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Why do I have an Xbox profile on Microsoft account?

You can have an Xbox profile but not own an Xbox console. You may have accidentally created it when you sign in to account.xbox.com/profile, visiting the Xbox profile site will automatically create an Xbox profile.
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Is Xbox and Microsoft password the same?

Unfortunately, these passwords are one and the same. It is not possible to have two separate like you want. The only way a different password is used for example if you MS account ended in a yahoo, g-mail domain.
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What does an Xbox account do?

You'll need an account to play games and access other experiences on your Xbox console, Windows PC, and Xbox mobile apps. If you don't already have an account, you can create one for free.
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How do I know if I have an account with Microsoft?

Go to the Microsoft account sign-in page at https://account.microsoft.com and enter your email address. If you see a message that says "That Microsoft account doesn't exist. Enter a different account or get a new one.", then the address you entered is not a Microsoft account.
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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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Can you have 2 Microsoft accounts with same email?

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 do I recover my Xbox account with a gamertag?

You could try to recover your account through this link https://account.live.com/username/recover using your gamertag or phone number that might have been attached to your original account. Before you begin, make sure that you sign out the account that's currently signed in to https://account.microsoft.com website.
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Does removing Xbox account delete everything?

Delete Profile Only – This deletes the Xbox profile but leaves saved games and achievements. Delete Profile and Items – This deletes the profile and the associated saved games and achievements.
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Will I lose everything if I delete my Xbox account?

Before you completely delete your Xbox Live account, you should know that once you request deletion, it's gone forever – and that includes all your games, funds, subscriptions, and everything you have on the account. For this reason, it might be wise to check a few things on your account if you don't want to lose them.
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Will resetting my Xbox delete my Microsoft account?

Factory resetting your Xbox will erase all accounts, settings, saved games, and home Xbox associations from the console. Anything not synchronized with the Xbox network will be lost. However, this does not delete your Xbox Live account itself.
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Can I delete a Microsoft account and start over?

If you delete your Microsoft account, you will lose everything associated with the account. You have a grace period of 60 days to reactivate your account, but you can't retrieve deleted data. To delete your account, navigate to the "Close my account page".
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Can I set up a new Microsoft account if I already have one?

If you are a Microsoft 365 subscriber, you can have multiple personal and work or school accounts set up in Outlook.
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Can you merge 2 Xbox accounts?

You can't combine or merge Microsoft accounts, but if you have multiple accounts, you can share your Xbox subscription and content on your Xbox One or newer console. To do this, make sure that all of your accounts are on the same Xbox console, and then select that console as your home Xbox.
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Do I have 2 Microsoft accounts?

If you see a screen asking, "Which account do you want to use?" when you sign in, it means that you may have two accounts with Microsoft using the same email address.
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How do I recover my old Microsoft account?

If you no longer have access to your account security information (phone/email) to check for a password change/recovery, unfortunately your only option is to fill out the account recovery form; https://account.live.com/acsr You will have to provide enough information to prove account ownership.
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What exactly is my Microsoft account?

What is a Microsoft account used for? You need a Microsoft account to sign in to your Windows pc, Xbox console, or any of Microsoft's products and services, including Office, Outlook.com, OneDrive, Xbox Live, Microsoft 365, Family Safety, Skype, Bing, Microsoft Store and MSN.
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How do I remove Xbox from my Microsoft account?

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  1. Go to account.microsoft.com/devices, sign in, and find the device you want to remove.
  2. Select Show details to see info for that device.
  3. Under your device's name, select More actions > Remove.
  4. Review your device details, select the check box, I'm ready to remove this device, then select Remove.
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