Windows 10: I've lost access to my Microsoft account linked to Windows 10

Discus and support I've lost access to my Microsoft account linked to Windows 10 in Windows 10 Updates and Activation to solve the problem; Hi, I've recently been receiving some emails notifying that some security verification had to be made. I answered some questions, but the system... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Updates and Activation' started by Manuel EstanislaoGaido, Jul 3, 2020.

  1. MANUEL ESTANISLAOGAIDO
    Manuel EstanislaoGaido Win User

    I've lost access to my Microsoft account linked to Windows 10


    Hi,


    I've recently been receiving some emails notifying that some security verification had to be made. I answered some questions, but the system concluded that the information that I have provided wasn't enough to validate my ownership; and I totally get this, the account is probably 13 years old, and was really inactive lately. The problem is that this account is the same that I've linked to Windows 10. I'm fearing the possibility of losing my Windows 10 license, with all of which that implies. Is there a way of changing switch this account for a new one, without losing my license and settings?


    Thanks

    :)
     
    Manuel EstanislaoGaido, Jul 3, 2020
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  2. ADDIE
    Addie Win User

    Cannot link/add my Microsoft Account to Local Account

    Hello Ken,

    Im using Win10 Build 1607 with all latest update.

    I also run all related troubleshooters:
    • Windows Update
    • Store Apps (says i have to login in my microsoft account but thats the problem, i can't)
    • Microsoft Accounts

    No Problem found. Also the suggestions from Microsoft didnt helped.
     
    Addie, Jul 3, 2020
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  3. ZAKIN
    Zakin Win User
    Strange Windows 10 User Account issue.

    Unfortunately I had done those steps numerous reboots, it just, reappears for no good reason. The base account isn't even a Microsoft account, it's a local account.

    I haven't quite tried the built in administrator account on W10, but so far in my experience on my own computer, the built in account seemed to have absolutely no more control than I did on my own.

    It's just strange, I go in, it warns me twice about deleting the account, then it's gone. Reboot, and it's back?

    EDIT: Just to specify, both command line and Netplwiz both say only HIS account exists on the computer, it doesn't list this rogue account. This is what I meant in my first post about the fact that even Windows doesn't seem to believe it exists, HALF the time. *Frown I've lost access to my Microsoft account linked to Windows 10 :(
     
    Zakin, Jul 3, 2020
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  4. AHHZZ
    Ahhzz Win User

    I've lost access to my Microsoft account linked to Windows 10

    Windows 10 Tweaks

    As you may already know, Windows 10 (as well as Windows 8) allow you to log in with a valid Microsoft account, instead of creating a local account that only works on your machine. However, you may prefer to keep a local account for privacy reasons. If you do, though, some Windows 10 features—like Cortana—may not work. Despite the default behavior, the Windows 10 Store is not one of them. You can still log in to your Microsoft account for just the Store without switching to a full Microsoft account. The process, however, is not terribly obvious. To do so, follow these steps:

    • Launch the Store from your Start menu.
    • Click the user icon next to the search box.
    • Click “Sign-in” from the menu that appears.
    • Choose “Microsoft account” and log in like normal.
    • When the “Make it yours” box appears do not enter your password. Instead, click “Sign in to just this app instead.”
    from Lifehacker
     
    Ahhzz, Jul 3, 2020
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