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1. How do I log into my Microsoft account?
2. How do I find out my Microsoft account name and password?
3. What's my Microsoft account?
4. Where can I open Microsoft account?
5. What is my Microsoft account password?
6. Why can't I sign into my Microsoft account?
7. Why is my Microsoft account locked?
8. How can I recover my Microsoft account password?
9. Do I need a Microsoft account?
10. Does Windows 10 require a Microsoft account?
11. Is a Microsoft account the same as a Gmail account?
12. What do I do if I don't have a Microsoft account?

How do I log into my Microsoft account?

For Office apps installed on an Android or Chromebooks:

1. Open the Office app. On the Recent screen, tap Sign In.
2. On the Sign In screen, type the email address and password you use with Office.

How do I find out my Microsoft account name and password?

Look up your username using your security contact phone number or email address. Request a security code to be sent to the phone number or email you used. Enter the code and select Next. When you see the account you're looking for, select Sign in.

What's my Microsoft account?

A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you use with Outlook.com, Hotmail, Office, OneDrive, Skype, Xbox, and Windows. When you create a Microsoft account, you can use any email address as the user name, including addresses from Outlook.com, Yahoo! or Gmail.

Where can I open Microsoft account?

A Microsoft account gives you access to Microsoft products and services with just one login. Here's how to set one up: Go to account.microsoft.com, select Sign in, and then choose Create one! If you'd rather create a new email address, choose Get a new email address, choose Next, and then follow the instructions.

What is my Microsoft account password?

Your Outlook.com password is the same as your Microsoft account password. Go to Microsoft account security and select Password security. As a security measure, you might be prompted to verify your identity with a security code. Decide if you want to receive the security code by email or phone.

Why can't I sign into my Microsoft account?

When you can't sign in to your Microsoft account (also called as Windows Live ID), that means the system is not accepting your log in credentials because you may be entering the wrong account name, the wrong password, or both.

Why is my Microsoft account locked?

Your Microsoft account can become locked if there's a security issue or you enter an incorrect password too many times. ... Microsoft will send a unique security code to the number. Once you've got the code, enter it into the form on the webpage to unlock your account.

How can I recover my Microsoft account password?

Change your password

From the Password security tile, select Change my password. On the Change your password page, enter your current password and then enter your new password. For additional security, select the optional checkbox which prompts you to update your password every 72 days. Select Save.

Do I need a Microsoft account?

A Microsoft account is required to install and activate Office versions 2013 or later, and Microsoft 365 for home products. You might already have a Microsoft account if you use a service like Outlook.com, OneDrive, Xbox Live, or Skype; or if you purchased Office from the online Microsoft Store.

Does Windows 10 require a Microsoft account?

No, you don't need a Microsoft account to use Windows 10. But you'll get a lot more out of Windows 10 if you do.

Is a Microsoft account the same as a Gmail account?

Gmail or google mail and microsoft account are two completely different services for the same purpose. ... So when comparing a google account to a microsoft account they both have very different purposes as an android phone will need a google account while an windows phone or laptop will need a microsoft account.

What do I do if I don't have a Microsoft account?

If you'd prefer not to have a Microsoft account associated with your device, you can remove it. ... That's right—if you don't want a Microsoft account, Microsoft says you need to sign in with one anyway and then remove it later. Windows 10 offers no option to create a local account from within the setup process.