Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows
There are different ways to remove apps and programs, so if you can't find the one you're looking for, you can try another location. Note that some apps and programs are built into Windows and can't be uninstalled. You can try to repair a program first, if it's just not running correctly.
Reset a forgotten Microsoft account password
Enter code and reset password. Confirm the code to create a new password. Learn how to create a strong password. Paste or type the code you received and select Next. Type your new password and select Next.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
Change your default search engine in Microsoft Edge
Keeping Bing as your default search engine provides an enhanced search experience in the new Microsoft Edge , including direct links to Windows apps, relevant suggestions from your organization if you’re signed in with a work or school account, and instant answers to questions about Windows.
Change your browser home page - Microsoft Support
Get the steps for changing your home page in Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer 11, Google Chrome, Firefox, and Safari.
Activate Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to activate Windows using a product key or digital license, check your activation status, and link your Microsoft account.
How to sign in to Hotmail - Microsoft Support
Hotmail is now Outlook.com. Learn how to sign in to access your Outlook.com, Hotmail, Live, or MSN email account.
Applies To: Outlook.com
Find your BitLocker recovery key - Microsoft Support
Find your BitLocker recovery key. Windows 11 Windows 10. A BitLocker recovery key is needed when BitLocker can’t automatically unlock an encrypted drive in Windows. This key, which is a 48-digit number, is used to regain access to the drive.
Sign in using Microsoft Authenticator - Microsoft Support
Sign in using Microsoft Authenticator. Microsoft Authenticator helps you sign in to your accounts if you've forgotten your password, use two-step verification or multi-factor authentication, or have gone passwordless on your account.
Phishing and suspicious behavior in Outlook - Microsoft Support
Here are some ways to deal with phishing and spoofing scams in Outlook.com. Spoof Intelligence from Microsoft 365 Advanced Threat Protection and Exchange Online Protection help prevent phishing messages from reaching your Outlook inbox.
Applies To: Outlook 2024, Outlook 2024 for Mac, Outlook 2021, Outlook 2021 for Mac, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2016, Outlook on the web, Outlook.com, New Outlook for Windows
Browse InPrivate in Microsoft Edge - Microsoft Support
In Microsoft Edge, select Settings and more > New InPrivate window. Other people using this device won’t see your browsing activity, but your school, workplace, and internet service provider might still be able to access this data.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard