i have not received verification code

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2026-09-11T18:39:25.8133333+00:00

i have not received verification code.......................................................

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    2026-09-11T18:39:42.51+00:00

    Try these checks in order:

    1. Check the correct inbox or phone.
      • Email codes are sent only to the primary alias or another email added as a sign-in verification method.
      • If by email, check Junk/Spam for a message from @accountprotection.microsoft.com and mark it as trusted.
    2. Avoid requesting too many codes.
      • Excessive or repeated requests can cause Microsoft to temporarily stop sending codes.
    3. Check for temporary blocking or delays.
      • Unusual activity on the account can trigger a temporary block.
      • Heavy compromised traffic in a region can also delay delivery, and this usually resolves after some time.
    4. If the code should arrive by SMS:
      • Make sure the phone does not block texts from unknown numbers.
      • If prompted, choose I don't have a code to request another one.
      • Make sure the message inbox is not full and the messaging app is working.
      • VOIP numbers cannot be used for sign-in or verification codes; use a mobile number.
    5. Verify the saved security info.
      • Sign in to the Security page and select Update info to confirm the phone number or email is correct.
      • If available, choose a method that is known to work.
    6. If the verification email is another Microsoft account such as Outlook.com, Hotmail.com, Live.com, or MSN.com:
      • Open the first sign-in in a browser privacy window.
      • Keep that window open when prompted for the code.
      • Open a second privacy window and sign in to the alternate email account there.
      • Copy the code back to the first window.
    7. If access to the old phone or email is lost:
      • At the verification prompt, select I don't have any of these and follow the prompts to replace security info.
      • If the password is also unknown and no security info is accessible, use the account recovery form.
    8. If sign-in still fails:
      • Use the sign-in helper or Contact Support. Support agents cannot send verification codes or change account details.

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