How to start a scan for viruses or malware in Microsoft Defender
Important: The National Public Data breach exposed personal information, including names, addresses, and social security numbers.Learn how to protect yourself and how Microsoft Defender is helping to prevent fraud. See: National Public Data breach: What you need to know.
Applies To:
Microsoft Defender on Android, Microsoft Defender on Mac, Microsoft Defender on Windows
Contact Us - Microsoft Support
Contact Microsoft Support. Find solutions to common problems, or get help from a support agent.
Fix your Outlook email connection by repairing your profile
Having trouble connecting to your email from Outlook on your desktop? Follow these steps to let Outlook diagnose and fix errors in your Outlook mail profile that might be causing the issue.
Applies To:
Outlook for Microsoft 365, Outlook 2024, Outlook 2021, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2016, Office for business, Office 365 Small Business, Microsoft 365 admin
Download Microsoft Authenticator - Microsoft Support
To install Authenticator on your iOS device. Scan the QR code. or download and install Authenticator from the Apple app store. Get the app
Windows help and learning
Find help and how-to articles for Windows operating systems. Get support for Windows and learn about installation, updates, privacy, security and more.
Where to enter your Office product key - Microsoft Support
These steps apply only to Office Professional Plus, Visio Professional, or Project Professional. Step 1: Start an Office app, like Word, Project, or Visio, depending on your purchase.. Step 2: In the Sign in to set up Office window, select I don't want to sign in or create an account (it's a small link at the bottom of the window).. Step 3: Enter your Office product key, without hyphens.
Applies To:
Office 2024, Office 2024 for Mac, Office 2021, Office 2021 for Mac, Office 2019, Office 2016, Microsoft 365 for home, Office for business
Feature comparison between new Outlook and classic Outlook
Feature. Classic Outlook. New Outlook. Help article. 3-day calendar view. Available. Available. Change how you view your calendar. Add attendees as optional. Available
Applies To:
Outlook for Microsoft 365, New Outlook for Windows
Troubleshooting verification code issues - Microsoft Support
Sometimes you may encounter a block when trying to sign. We understand this can be frustrating and disruptive, but here are some of the reasons behind blocks, and guidance on how to overcome them.
Applies To:
Microsoft account dashboard
Language packs for Windows - Microsoft Support
The easiest way to get language packs for Windows 8.1 and Windows RT is to download and install them using the Language Control Panel. Download and install additional languages to view menus, dialog boxes, and other user interface items in your preferred language.
Tips to improve PC performance in Windows - Microsoft Support
One of the best ways to get the most out of your PC is to make sure you have the latest version of Windows 11 installed. When you check for updates, your PC will also search for the latest device drivers, which can also help improve your PC’s performance.