Add money to your family member's Microsoft account
Help family members shop responsibly by setting allowances in Microsoft accounts. Money added to a Microsoft account can be used to buy movies, games, in-app purchases and more. To enjoy this feature, follow the steps below.
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Using a web browser, visit family.microsoft.com.
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Sign into your Family Safety account.
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Find your family member and click Add money. You can also click More options > Spending > Microsoft account balance > Add money.
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Select the amount of money you would like to add to your family member’s account and click Next.
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Select your form of payment or click Add a way to pay.
Important: Microsoft account balance and gift cards are non-transferable and non-refundable. For more information, see our Microsoft gift cards terms and conditions.