Learn how to redeem a gift card, code, or Office product key and spend your balance at Microsoft Store online, on Windows, or Xbox.

The Microsoft Edge feature that blocks pop-ups is effective in preventing websites from automatically opening a new window or tab, or a partial window on top of your current web page. This feature is turned on by default.

Troubleshooting verification code issues. Avoid and report Microsoft technical support scams. Learn how to unlock your Microsoft account and resolve 'account has been locked' error message.

On your PC, open the Xbox app and sign in with the Xbox account you used for Game Pass Friends & Family. Expand Friends at the bottom of the screen. Open the message in CHAT from Xbox detailing the information on your Ultimate code. To redeem the code: Select the link at the bottom of the message and follow the on-screen instructions.

How to earn Microsoft Rewards points. It’s easy to rack up Microsoft Rewards points and earn your way toward great rewards like gift cards, movies, games, nonprofit donations, and more. Stay signed in with your Microsoft account and you'll earn points for doing the things you already do.

Cast to a display from a Windows PC. You can wirelessly connect your PC to a TV, projector, or other kind of external display that supports Miracast. Turn on your TV, projector, or other display. If you're using a Miracast dongle or adapter, make sure it's plugged in to the display.

Using the Security info page. If your organization provided you with specific steps about how to turn on and manage your two-factor verification, you should follow those instructions first. Otherwise, you can get to your security verification method settings from the Security info page.

Check the Xbox services, games, and apps for any service outages.

These are common tricks of scammers. - If you suspect that an email message, or a message in Teams is a scam, the link. Look at the address that pops up when you hover over the link. Ask yourself if that address matches the link that was typed in the message.

Learn how to add user accounts in Windows 10 and Windows 11. With an account, each person has separate files, browser favorites, and a private desktop.