To help protect your privacy, the new Microsoft Edge sets tracking prevention to balanced by default. For increased protection, you can switch your tracking prevention to strict or block all third-party cookies.

Helping users safely navigate web, app, and game content is one of Microsoft’s top priorities. If you live in a region that requires permission to create an account and access Microsoft services, you may be prompted to request or give parental consent.

In the To, Cc, or Bcc boxes, enter the recipients' email address or names.. As you start typing a recipient's name, Outlook will suggest the names of people you've emailed before. Those you've emailed most recently will be listed as Suggested contacts.You can pick a name from the list, type a full name or email address, or select the To, Cc, or Bcc button to see more options.

Microsoft Authenticator is a free app that helps you sign in to all your accounts without using a password - just use a fingerprint, face recognition, or a PIN.

Word 2021 for Windows enables you to create compelling content and includes co-authoring, new stock media from the Office Premium Creative Content collection, and new Draw tab additions such as Point Eraser, Ruler, and Lasso.

Track and print results. When you create and send an email with voting buttons to others, you may want to track and print the results. You can either quickly copy the voting results into a blank Word document or a new email, or copy them into Excel so you can work with the data later.

Why accounts are locked and disabled. Microsoft accounts are usually locked if the account holder has violated our Microsoft Services Agreement.Here are some common reasons why accounts are locked, though not all account locks occur for these reasons:

Establishing internet boundaries is an important way to protect yourself and your family from inappropriate web content. Microsoft Family Safety web and search filters work across any Windows, Xbox and mobile device that has the Microsoft Edge browser and Family Safety apps installed.

If your account has been hacked, use our sign-in helper tool below to help guide you to the right solutions. The tool will ask for your email address or phone number, and either show appropriate self-help, or offer the chance to talk to an agent.

Use Microsoft Teams to chat online with the people you interact with. Start all chats the same way: by selecting New chat at the top of your chat list.. Start a chat with another person