Learn how to activate Microsoft 365 or a non-subscription version of Office on your device. Find troubleshooting tips for activation errors and product keys.

Learn different ways to remove apps and programs from your Windows 10 or 11 device. Find tips for troubleshooting, repairing, and protecting your system from malware.

Learn how to switch your default search engine in Microsoft Edge to Bing or any other site that uses OpenSearch technology. Follow the steps to select your preferred search engine from the menu or add a new one.

Learn how to access your Hotmail or Outlook.com email account with your Microsoft Account password. Find troubleshooting tips, service status, and help options if you have problems signing in.

Learn how to locate your BitLocker recovery key, a 48-digit number needed to unlock an encrypted drive in Windows. See where to find it attached to your Microsoft account, work or school account, printout, or USB flash drive.

Find solutions to common problems, or get help from a support agent for Microsoft 365, Office, Windows, Xbox, Surface, and more. Sign in to get personalized help and access live chat with a Microsoft specialist.

Learn how to activate Windows 11 using a digital license or a 25-character product key. Find out how to check your activation status, link your Microsoft account, and troubleshoot activation issues.

Learn how to change or update your email password in Outlook for Windows if you forgot it or need to reset it. Find instructions for Microsoft 365, Outlook.com, and third-party providers.

Learn how to set your preferred home page in different browsers, including Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. Follow the steps for each browser to customize your home page settings.

Learn how to change your file open preference to open links to Word, Excel, or PowerPoint files in the Office desktop apps instead of the web apps. This feature works for files stored on OneDrive or SharePoint and requires Microsoft 365 subscription.