How to delete a Microsoft account
Want to know how to get rid of your Microsoft account because you never use it anymore? You are not alone in this.
Outlook, Skype, Office, and Xbox Live are just few of the many Microsoft offerings accessible with a single Microsoft account. But let’s be honest: there are alternatives to every or nearly all of these, and sometimes they’re even better than what Microsoft offers. Furthermore, canceling your Microsoft account is the greatest approach to safeguard your personal information.
Make sure you’re ready to say goodbye to your Microsoft account before you do so, as doing so will prevent you from accessing any of your emails, Skype conversations, or anything saved in OneDrive. For Xbox owners, this means losing access to all of their purchased games, as well as any progress they may have made in them. The funds in your Windows Store wallet will likewise be lost.
It can be tricky to cancel subscriptions when you no longer have access to the account they are linked to, so be sure you’ve done so before deleting your Microsoft account.
How to delete a Microsoft account
To delete a Microsoft account, follow these steps:
- Go to the Microsoft account website (https://account.microsoft.com/) and sign in to your account.
- Click on the “Security” tab on the left side of the page.
- Scroll down to the “Closing your Microsoft account” section and click on the “Learn how” link.
- Follow the prompts to close your account. This may include answering security questions, confirming your email address, and verifying your identity.
- Once you have completed the account closure process, your Microsoft account will be closed and you will no longer be able to access it.
Please note that deleting a Microsoft account is a permanent action and cannot be undone. Before deleting your account, be sure to back up any important data or information that you want to keep.
How to reactivate a Microsoft account
To reactivate a Microsoft account, follow these steps:
- Go to the Microsoft account sign-in page (https://login.live.com/).
- Enter the email address or phone number associated with your Microsoft account, and then select Next.
- On the next page, select “I can’t remember my password” and follow the prompts to reset your password.
- After you’ve reset your password, you should be able to sign in to your Microsoft account.
If you are unable to reset your password or are unable to access the email address or phone number associated with your account, you may need to contact Microsoft support for further assistance.
It’s worth noting that if your Microsoft account has been disabled by Microsoft for violating the terms of service, you may not be able to reactivate it. In that case, you may need to create a new Microsoft account.