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Why is Microsoft account recovery so difficult compared to other services?

Why is Microsoft account recovery so difficult compared to other services? I recently had my email hacked and needed to recover many accounts (Steam, Discord, etc.). Every other platform allowed me to regain access quickly and smoothly. However,…

Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Account management, security, and privacy
asked 2025-11-14T15:36:27.2433333+00:00
Olli Heinonen 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-04-02T07:03:21.7266667+00:00
Hornblower409 15,520 Reputation points
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In my authenticator app they state "sign in to add your account" if i try to sign in they want me to athenticate with my app where I am not signed in!

In my authenticator app they state "sign in to add your account" if i try to sign in they want me to athenticate with my app where I am not signed in! So this will never work. how to reset that?

Microsoft Security | Microsoft Authenticator
asked 2026-04-02T06:09:05.2766667+00:00
Michiel van der Meer 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-04-02T06:18:41.49+00:00

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SystemSettings.exe AppHang during Airplane Mode Toggle Stress Test

Product: Windows 11, version 25H2 Category: System Performance Description: [Issue Summary] During system stress testing using an automated tool—specifically targeting the Airplane Mode / Wi-Fi toggle—we observed that the Windows Settings app…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Performance and system failures
asked 2026-04-02T05:42:10.17+00:00
Karl_hsu 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-04-02T05:42:23.6066667+00:00

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Cannot activate Office on new device after selling old one

Hello, I would like to ask about an activation issue with Microsoft Office. I previously purchased a laptop that came with Office pre-installed and activated automatically upon first use (likely an OEM license). I have since sold that laptop and am now…

Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | Windows
asked 2026-04-02T05:36:05.94+00:00
Rizqy 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-04-02T05:36:22.4233333+00:00

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Urgent: Missing Microsoft Certifications and Transcript (MCID: 10496972)

Dear Microsoft Certification Support Team, I hope you are doing well. I am writing to report an issue with my Microsoft Certification profile. After signing in to my Microsoft account (******@gmail.com), I noticed that none of my certifications or…

Community Center | Not monitored
asked 2026-04-02T04:41:28.87+00:00
Abdul Hafiz Naweed 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-04-02T04:41:43.97+00:00

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Missing Certification - Exam passed but not showing in Learn Profile

I have passed my Microsoft exam and received the confirmation email from Pearson VUE. However, the certificate and exam history are not showing up in my Microsoft Learn profile. I believe there may be a duplicate MCID issue. Please help me merge my…

Community Center | Not monitored
asked 2026-04-02T03:13:56.3933333+00:00
manojkumar Thanigaivel 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2026-04-02T03:19:28.3266667+00:00
simo-k 95,390 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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PDF files hate piclot 365 and one drive too

How can I set the Copilot 365 as PDF deault? kjn;kjnseg;lknearoigjo i32glmlbm.dmblnkdlskbnlnklwialnbr

Microsoft Copilot | Microsoft 365 Copilot | Development
asked 2026-04-02T02:29:04.72+00:00
Raul Lopez 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-04-02T02:31:10.9033333+00:00
Raul Lopez 0 Reputation points
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My Name is appear incorrect in the Student id

Hello team i have done my registration as Sameer Munj and on the candidate name appearing as below and it seems i can have issue with proof identity. i want to get this changed immediately .. Candidate name ---Sameeer Munj ( additional e appear in the…

Community Center | Not monitored
asked 2026-04-02T00:36:23.8233333+00:00
Sameer Munj 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2026-04-02T01:57:07.9633333+00:00
Ian-T 12,565 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Microsoft Authenticator app code issue

I am trying to log into my company M365 tenant admin account. I have the correct username and password. It is asking for the Authenticator code, but I have a new phone and didn't notice the previous accounts Authenticator app accounts did not transfer…

Microsoft Security | Microsoft Authenticator
asked 2026-04-02T01:34:47.1+00:00
DOHN CUNNINGHAM 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-04-02T01:35:06.8633333+00:00

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Unable to login to portal.azure.com with authenticator app

When I log in to my Azure subscription via the Azure portal, I receive a notification on my Microsoft Authenticator app as expected. However, when I open the app after the notification arrives, I see the following error message: “Error finding an account…

Microsoft Security | Microsoft Entra | Other
asked 2026-04-02T01:06:54.54+00:00
Daniel Hartl 21 Reputation points
commented 2026-04-02T01:09:26.0233333+00:00
Daniel Hartl 21 Reputation points
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Hardware Partner request blocked

I try to enroll into Hardware Partner program for driver signing. When I fill all the information and click "Accept and Continue" button I get this error: "Microsoft runs on trust****. We engage in a rigorous set of evaluation and…

Microsoft Partner Center | Other
asked 2026-04-02T00:47:35.9333333+00:00
Alexander 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-04-02T00:47:50.7166667+00:00

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how do I know my exact subscription I am paying for?

Good evening. \ I have been paying for a subsription with Microsoft for over 5 years with my Amex Platinum card. How do I know what type of subscription I am paying for? Can I share it with my other computer and my Android phone?

Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | Windows
asked 2026-04-01T23:55:17.5533333+00:00
Annie Henson 5 Reputation points
answered 2026-04-01T23:55:30.2+00:00

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Adding co-pilot to my powerpoint, excel and word

I have downloaded co-pilot but it is not showing up when I open excel, word or powerpoint

Microsoft 365 and Office | Other
asked 2026-04-01T23:50:31.58+00:00
Ed Rapp 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-04-01T23:50:43.0633333+00:00

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Last year I wrote PL-300 Power BI exam i forgot my email but i have certificate with registration: 502886404 and candidate id: [Moderator note: PII removed], i want to renew my powebi certification for that i need to remind my email address.name

Please share my certification email address so that i can renew my certificate please Moved from Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For education | Windows

Community Center | Not monitored
asked 2026-04-01T22:52:51.05+00:00
Pallavi Murthygari 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2026-04-01T23:23:30.5033333+00:00
Doris V 1,700 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Python in Copilot (advanced analysis) in Excel

Hello, I’m trying to use Copilot’s advanced analysis capabilities in Excel, specifically with Python, but I’m unable to access this feature. I don’t see any “Advanced Analysis” option or button in Copilot. Additionally, even when I explicitly request a…

Microsoft Copilot | Other
asked 2026-04-01T23:13:11.8466667+00:00
ACHRAF REKIK 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-04-01T23:13:27.5466667+00:00

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Can't log into outlook?

I got a new phone yesterday, and now I can't log into my Microsoft account or outlook because I cant access Microsoft authenicator?

Microsoft Security | Microsoft Authenticator
asked 2026-04-01T23:02:05.14+00:00
Leticha Chandler 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-04-01T23:02:22.2133333+00:00

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How to fix Error 400 on OnenessService

I am trying to make my Microsoft account into a Xbox developer account. I keep getting this Error 400 at 90 percent complete. It says to retry in a couple minutes, which I have done. I'm using a fresh install of Chrome browser. AI has told me that…

Microsoft Partner Center | Other
asked 2026-04-01T22:34:20.7466667+00:00
Ras Mar Oneism 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-04-01T22:34:33.7066667+00:00

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How to file a complaint

How to I file a complaint for a subscription, I’ve countlessly canceled my monthly subscription on xbox. As in I opted out of monthly payments. And every month without fail I get 16 dollars taken out of my account. I already don’t get a lot of money so…

Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | Other | Windows
asked 2026-03-27T12:36:07.4+00:00
Addison Pace 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-04-01T22:20:19.7066667+00:00
Anthony Cangelosi 0 Reputation points
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Authenticator issue

I’m getting messages everyday saying my Microsoft Authenticator has been trying to be accessed and it’s not me trying. What can I do about this? I already require Face ID but it seems clear to me someone is trying to gain access.

Microsoft Security | Microsoft Authenticator
asked 2026-04-01T22:05:23.6133333+00:00
Vincent Vizzaccero 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-04-01T22:05:34.6033333+00:00

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locked out of computer

Microsoft has locked me out of my HP Windows 11 computer

Microsoft Security | Microsoft Defender | Microsoft Defender for Office 365
asked 2026-04-01T20:51:51.0233333+00:00
David Habib 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-04-01T20:53:36.9+00:00
David Habib 0 Reputation points