Is Xbox account same as Microsoft account?

Can't sign in? 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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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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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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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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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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What Does Signing in to My Microsoft Account Really Mean in Windows?

What happens to my Xbox account if I close my Microsoft account?

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It deletes every service related to a Microsoft account including any data from Microsoft Xbox.
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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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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 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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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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Can there be two 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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Can you switch Microsoft accounts on an Xbox profile?

The Xbox profile is part of a Microsoft account, so it cannot be transferred to another account.
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Will changing my Microsoft password log me out of my Xbox?

Yes, when you changed your password you will not be automatically logout on other devices. You can do it manually if you need to logout all devices.
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How do I recover my Microsoft account?

The recovery form is available at https://account.live.com/acsr. Collect as much information as you can about any Microsoft services you may have used with this account. The more information you can include when filling out the form, the better the chance you'll have of regaining access to your 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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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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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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What happens if I remove Microsoft account?

Deleting your Microsoft account will result in the permanent deletion of all your associated data and services, including email. If you want to stop using your Microsoft account but still want to access your email, you can set up email forwarding in your email settings.
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Why does my Microsoft account no longer exist?

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.
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How do I know if I have a Microsoft account?

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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Is closing a Microsoft account the same as deleting?

Important: When you close your Microsoft account, your email and contacts are deleted from our servers and can't be recovered.
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Is Gmail and Microsoft account the same?

Your Gmail address is actually just an alias for your Microsoft account and not a real Google account. While Windows can be logged in using a Microsoft account, it cannot be logged in using a Google account. To avoid confusion, you may want to consider adding an alias to your Microsoft account.
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