There are a number of possible explanations for why verification codes don't always arrive. Read through the list of the most common causes, and see if any of them apply to you, or use our troubleshooter to help guide you.

Learn how to get Microsoft account help, troubleshoot sign in issues, keep your account secure, and manage your Microsoft account dashboard.

If my account doesn’t have a password, how will I sign in? Once you remove your password from your account, you will need to sign in using a passwordless method like the Microsoft Authenticator app, Outlook for Android, Windows Hello, physical security keys, or SMS codes.

尝试在 Xbox 主机上进行购买时看到以下错误消息：. 已阻止您的账户在 Microsoft Store 中进行购买。. 有关详细信息，请转到 Xbox.com/PurchaseBlock. 这可能意味着：. Xbox 服务暂时出错。. Microsoft 帐户的隐私和在线安全设置正在阻止您进行购买。. 您的 Xbox One 主机或 ...

Go to the Microsoft account sign-in page at https://account.microsoft.com and enter your email address. If you see a message that says "We couldn't find an account with that username." or "That Microsoft account doesn't exist", then the address you entered is not a Microsoft account. If you believe it should be:

Did this resolve your issue? Check the Xbox services, games, and apps for any service outages.

Help with giving digital games as gifts. Note that if you purchased content that isn’t working, check the Xbox status page for any issues that may prevent you from playing, and try troubleshooting the problem before making a request for a refund: Xbox status. Troubleshoot game issues on Xbox.

If you can't sign in to your Outlook.com, Hotmail, Live, or MSN email account, or you're not sure how to sign in or sign out, here are some solutions.

Step 1: Verify your identity. You can request a password reset directly from your console if you have access to the phone number or alternate email that you previously provided. On the console Sign in screen, type in your email address, and then select the I forgot my password button.

To redeem a Microsoft gift card, Xbox download code or token, select Redeem code below, sign in, and enter or paste the code or token value. Redeem Code. Tip: If you bought the wrong code, please contact the retailer.