Learn about the data breach of National Public Data, an online background check and fraud prevention service, that exposed up to 2.9 billion records of personal data. Find out the risks, the steps to protect yourself, and the benefits of Microsoft Defender for Individuals.

Learn how to access your Hotmail or Outlook.com email account with your Microsoft Account password. Find troubleshooting tips, service status, and contact information for Outlook.com help.

Learn how to redeem a Microsoft gift card, Xbox download code or token, Office product key, or Windows activation code to your Microsoft account. Find troubleshooting tips and contact support if you need help.

Learn how to encrypt an email message in Outlook using Microsoft 365 Message Encryption or S/MIME encryption. Choose the encryption option that suits your needs and follow the instructions for your Outlook version.

Find help with managing your Xbox subscriptions, such as Game Pass, EA Play, and Games with Gold. Learn how to update your payment options, request refunds, and troubleshoot billing issues.

Learn how to access and manage a shared mailbox in Outlook for Microsoft 365, Outlook 2024, Outlook 2021, or Outlook on the web. A shared mailbox lets a group of users monitor and send email from a public alias, and also share a calendar and a contact list.

Learn how to use the Xbox Accessories app to configure your Xbox One or Series X|S controller, Xbox Elite Series 2 or Adaptive controller, and Xbox Wireless Headset. Find out how to connect, remap, adjust, and update your accessories on your Windows device or console.

Find self-help options or live chat with a Microsoft specialist for Microsoft 365, Office, Windows, Xbox, Surface, and more. Sign in to get the right help and support for your product.

Learn how to download and install or reinstall Office 2019, Office 2016, or Office 2013 on your PC or Mac. Find out how to activate Microsoft 365, troubleshoot issues, and customize your installation options.

Learn how to use the System File Checker tool (SFC.exe) to scan and restore Windows system files that are not working or causing crashes. Follow the steps to run SFC.exe, view the scan results, and manually replace the corrupted files if needed.