Microsoft account security info & verification codes
Learn how to manage your Microsoft account security info and troubleshoot verification code issues.
Applies To:
Microsoft account dashboard
"Call us overprotective" message occurs when signing in to Xbox.com
Find out what to do when you receive a “Call us overprotective” message when signing in to Xbox.com.
Sign in using Microsoft Authenticator - Microsoft Support
Using Authenticator as a way to sign in If you have turned on passwordless, two-step, or multi-factor authentication for your account, use the following steps to sign-in: Go to the site where you want to sign in. Enter your username at the sign-in prompt and select Next. Select Send notification.
Contact Us - Microsoft Support
Contact Microsoft Support. Find solutions to common problems, or get help from a support agent.
Help with the Microsoft account recovery form
These steps will help guide you when filling out the account recovery form.
Reset a forgotten Microsoft account password
Learn how to reset or change your Microsoft account password. Get help with a forgotten Microsoft account password.
Applies To:
Microsoft account dashboard
Manage cookies in Microsoft Edge: View, allow, block, delete and use ...
Learn how to view, manage, and delete cookies in Microsoft Edge.
Applies To:
Microsoft Edge
How to start a scan for viruses or malware in Microsoft Defender
If you suspect that your device may have malware you should have Microsoft Defender run a scan. Here's how to do that on Windows, Mac, or Android.
Applies To:
Microsoft Defender on Android, Microsoft Defender on Mac, Microsoft Defender on Windows
Installing Microsoft Defender - Microsoft Support
Protect your Android, iPhone, Mac, and Windows devices from threats by installing Microsoft Defender. Download Microsoft Defender on your devices either by: Scanning the following QR code Searching for Microsoft Defender in your app store Sharing with your devices, the following link: Copy link We encourage you to install Microsoft Defender on at least five devices per person. Ready to give it ...
Applies To:
Microsoft Defender on Android, Microsoft Defender on iOS, Microsoft Defender on Mac, Microsoft Defender on Windows
What is the Recent activity page? - Microsoft Support
This page shows info about the activity in your Microsoft account, within the last 30 days.
Applies To:
Microsoft account dashboard