If you want to enjoy the full benefits of Xbox you need to sign in to your Microsoft account on your console or device. A Microsoft account gives you access to online multiplayer cloud storage achievements game library and more. But how do you sign in to your Microsoft account on Xbox? This article will show you the different methods and steps to do so.
Key Takeaways
- You can sign in to your Microsoft account on Xbox using an email address a Skype ID or a phone number.
- You can sign in on an Xbox console a Windows device or the Xbox app.
- You can also use another device to sign in remotely or create a new Xbox profile if you don’t have one.
- If you forget your Microsoft account email address or password you can recover them using the links provided in this article.
Sign in on an Xbox Console
If you have an Xbox console you can sign in to your Microsoft account using your controller. Here are the steps to follow:
- Turn on your console and press the Xbox button on your controller.
- If no one is signed in on the console select Add new and then follow the on-screen instructions to enter the sign-in info for your account.
- If someone is already signed in on the console press the Xbox button again to open the guide go to Profile & system > Add or switch > Add new. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the sign-in info for your account.
Alternatively you can use another device to sign in remotely. Here’s how:
- Turn on your console and press the Xbox button on your controller.
- If no one is signed in on the console select Use another device.
- If someone is already signed in on the console press the Xbox button again to open the guide go to Profile & system > Add or switch > Use another device.
- The console will display a URL and a code to use. Open the URL on your phone or PC and then enter the code. This allows you to sign in to your console remotely.
Sign in on a Windows Device
If you have a Windows device such as a PC or a tablet you can sign in to your Microsoft account using the Xbox app. The Xbox app lets you access your games friends messages and achievements from your Windows device. Here are the steps to sign in:
- Open the Xbox app on your device. If you don’t have it installed you can download it from here.
- Select Profile & settings in the upper-right corner and then select Sign in.
- Windows will automatically find your account info. If there’s an Xbox profile associated with your Microsoft account you’ll see your gamertag and gamerpic on the screen.
You may also need to sign in to the Microsoft Store app on your device to play some games that you purchased online. Here’s how:
- Open the Microsoft Store app on your device.
- Select More > Downloads and updates > Get updates.
- Select Sign in at the top of the screen.
- Enter your Microsoft account email address and password.
Create a New Xbox Profile
If you don’t have an Xbox profile yet you can create one using an existing email address or a new one that you create specifically for Xbox. An Xbox profile gives you a gamertag a gamerpic and a personal gaming history. Here are the steps to create a new Xbox profile:
- Go to xbox.com and select Sign in > Create one! at the top of the screen.
- On the Create account page enter an email address that you want to use for your Xbox profile. You can also select Get a new email address if you want to create a new one.
- Enter a password and select Next.
- Enter your name and select Next.
- Enter your country/region and birthdate and select Next.
- Enter the characters shown on the screen and select Next.
- You’ll see a confirmation message that your account has been created. Select Let’s play to start using your Xbox profile.
Find Your Microsoft Account Email Address
If you forget which email address you used for your Microsoft account you can find it using your Xbox console or xbox.com. Here are the methods to do so:
- On your console: Go to Settings > Account. Scroll right to Your Information and then select Account Security. The Microsoft account that’s associated with your Xbox gamertag is shown on the right side of the screen1.
- On xbox.com: Go to xbox.com and try signing in with the email address that you think is associated with your Microsoft account. If you see your gamertag and gamerpic on the screen then you have the right email address. If not try another email address until you find the right one1.
Reset or Recover Your Microsoft Account Password
If you forget your Microsoft account password you can reset or recover it using the links provided by Microsoft. Here are the steps to do so:
- Go to [account.live.com/password/reset] and enter your email address phone number or Skype ID.
- Select Next and choose a verification method. You can either receive a code via email text or phone call or use an app or a backup email.
- Enter the code that you received and select Next.
- Enter a new password and select Next.
- You’ll see a confirmation message that your password has been changed. Select Next to sign in with your new password.
FAQs
How do I sign out of my Microsoft account on Xbox?
To sign out of your Microsoft account on Xbox press the Xbox button on your controller to open the guide go to Profile & system > Sign out and then select your account.
How do I switch between different Microsoft accounts on Xbox?
A: To switch between different Microsoft accounts on Xbox press the Xbox button on your controller to open the guide go to Profile & system > Add or switch and then select the account that you want to use.
How do I change my gamertag or gamerpic on Xbox?
A: To change your gamertag or gamerpic on Xbox press the Xbox button on your controller to open the guide go to Profile & system > Profile > Customize profile and then select Change gamertag or Change gamerpic.
How do I manage my family settings on Xbox?
A: To manage your family settings on Xbox press the Xbox button on your controller to open the guide go to Profile & system > Settings > Family settings and then select the option that you want to adjust. You can also use the [Microsoft Family Safety app] on your phone or PC to manage your family settings.