Use the Information Protection viewer to view protected files in Windows, Android, iOS, or Edge.

You will need to enable this feature on your Android device by turning on Sync Contacts in Link to Windows applications under Settings. You can disable this feature anytime by going to Link to Windows > Settings > toggle off Sync Contacts.

To install Authenticator on your Android device or download and install Authenticator from the Google Play store.

Open the URL on your phone or PC, and then enter the code. This allows you to sign in to your console remotely. Signing in to the Windows device: On shared Windows devices with more than one user profile, the visibility of games and apps can change depending on which profile is selected.

Learn how to enable virtualization through the UEFI (or BIOS) of your PC to run the Windows Subsystem for Android or Windows Subsystem for Linux.

Learn how to open encrypted emails. Outlook protected messages have a banner at the top of the message that informs you of restrictions. Outlook should open the message like normal. Otherwise, follow instructions for opening encrypted or protected mail.

Chat with our support virtual agent. Accessible help and resources to get your Xbox questions answered. Check the Xbox services, games, and apps for any service outages.

We are releasing a new Xbox Update Preview to the Beta ring today. Continue reading below to learn all about what's included with this update. Note If you have enabled Keep my console up to date, the update will download and install automatically.

Follow the on-screen steps to pair your Android mobile device with your PC. If the issue persists after completing the steps above both on your PC and Android device, try restarting Phone Link on your PC.

Leave your Android device in your pocket the next time it rings — pick up the call from your PC instead. Calling requires Bluetooth capability on both your PC and on your Android device, so make sure you have it turned on for both.