Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft Corporation is a world-renowned American multinational technology company that manufactures personal computers, consumer electronics, computer software, and related products and services.
A Microsoft account is a single sign-on Microsoft user account that enables you to access various Microsoft services such as Outlook.com, OneDrive, Skype, Xbox Live, and Windows. It is an email address and password combination used to sign in to various Microsoft services and devices.
Accessing these products will require you to authenticate your identity, further asking you to sign in and link your Microsoft account at https://www.microsoft.com/link.
Microsoft takes security seriously, so it uses MFA (multifactor authentication). It adds an additional layer of security (protection) to the sign-in process. Sometimes your Microsoft account or app doesn’t support MFA. In that case, you will have to use a code generated by your app/ device at microsoft.com/link to access your account.
How to Link Your Microsoft Account via microsoft.com/link [2023]
Linking your Microsoft account typically refers to the process of connecting a Microsoft account (such as an Outlook.com, Hotmail.com, or Live.com email address) to other Microsoft services, such as Xbox Live, Skype, OneDrive, and Windows 10.
By linking your account, you can use a single sign-in and password to access multiple Microsoft services and easily manage your account settings and preferences.
To link your Microsoft account, visit the Link Microsoft account page at www.microsoft.com/link and enter the code displayed on your app or device. After entering the code, sign in with your email address and password for your existing Microsoft account to verify your identity. Once your account is linked, you can use other Microsoft services and features.
Steps to Link Microsoft Account to Your Xbox Console
Microsoft’s Xbox has over 100 high-quality games you can play with friends. But you must sign in to your Xbox account on your preferred platform to play your favorite games.
If you want to play Rocket League on Xbox One, here’s how you can sign in and play this vehicular soccer video game.
- Turn on your Xbox gaming console.
- Access your game home screen.
- Click the option that says Sign in with a Microsoft Account.
- You will now see a unique 8-digit code and the URL – microsoft.com/link.
- You will also have instructions on your screen to use the link to sign in and enjoy the game.
- Access another device (phone or computer) and open the link.
- Enter the microsoft.com link code displayed on your app or device.
- After entering the code, click the Next button.
- Now, sign in using your Microsoft account credentials.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to access your Microsoft account.
Note: Microsoft will warn you about using the code on the authorized link – microsoft.com/link.
Once your Xbox console is linked to your Microsoft account, you can access your Xbox Live profile, achievements, and other Xbox Live features on your console. You’ll also be able to use your Microsoft account to sign in to other Microsoft services on your Xbox, such as OneDrive and Skype.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is microsoft.com/link legit?
Yes, the above link is a legit site. However, when you open the link, you will have a warning from Microsoft.
How to use microsoft.com/link?
You need to use the link to sign in to apps that don’t support multifactor authentication. Your app or device will generate a code, and you must access microsoft.com/link to sign in.
Where can I find the microsoft.com link code?
When you sign in to your Xbox console to play your favorite, it will prompt you to choose Controller or Use another device. Select the ‘Use another device’ option to a microsoft.com link code. Grab your PC or phone and open the URL. Next, enter the code that lets you log into your console remotely.
How to sign in directly on the Xbox Console using Controller?
Select the Add New option (if no one is signed in) and follow the on-screen instructions. If somebody is already signed in, you can navigate to Profile & System and click the Add or Switch option. You can then select Add New. Then, stick to the on-screen instructions to sign in to your Xbox Console.
If you encounter any technical issues, you can let us know in the comment section. We will try to address the issue in our upcoming blog. Or else, you can contact Microsoft directly.
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