Troubleshoot

Select a tab below to troubleshoot issues with your Microsoft account, Windows account, or the account you use with Office.

Username and password

When you can't sign in to your Microsoft account 

How to reset your Microsoft account password 

That Microsoft account doesn't exist 

Suspicious activity

What happens if there's an unusual sign-in to your account

Account has been locked

Get back into your Microsoft account if it's been compromised 

Recovery and security

Replace your Microsoft account security info

Recover your Microsoft account 

Why is Microsoft texting me?

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Get started with Microsoft accounts

Manage a Microsoft account

Sign in to Windows 10

Reset your Windows 10 local account password

Fix problems with your PIN

Windows 10 error message: "We can't sign in to your account"

How to find your Microsoft account

I forgot the username or password for the account I use with Office

What account do I use with Office and why do I need one?