Windows 10: What can I do about attempted account logins?

Discus and support What can I do about attempted account logins? in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; Someone is constantly trying to log into my Microsoft account, like 30+ times per day... Since they are unsuccessful attempts Microsoft says nothing... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by DeadSpace59er, Jan 2, 2025.

  1. What can I do about attempted account logins?


    Someone is constantly trying to log into my Microsoft account, like 30+ times per day... Since they are unsuccessful attempts Microsoft says nothing needs to be done what can I do to stop the fraudulent login attempts?

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    DeadSpace59er, Jan 2, 2025
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  2. Arun B J Win User

    Can't login to new computer w/Windows 10

    Hi,

    Thank you for your reply.


    • Are you able to login to Microsoft Account on Web?

    • Have you installed any language pack?
    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps.

    Step 1: I suggest you to select the appropriate language in login screen at the bottom right corner and check if it helps.

    Steps 2: Use On-screen keyboard in the login screen to login and check if it helps.

    Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.
     
    Arun B J, Jan 2, 2025
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  3. Vesao Win User
    Remove account

    I suggest you backup your personalized files first before removing the account.
    To delete an account, follow these steps:
    1. Press WIN + X keys and click Command Prompt (Admin) from the menu.
    2. Type the following command and press Enter. Replace test with the name of your sister's account. Code:
     
    Vesao, Jan 2, 2025
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  4. What can I do about attempted account logins?

    Random account appeared on login to my computer

    Hi Mathew,

    Thank you for getting back to us.

    I suggest you to try the below steps to remove the user account from your computer.


    • Login to your computer through administrator account.

    • Press Windows key + r and type
      netplwiz
      , hit Enter.

    • Select the user account, you want to remove.

    • Click on the Remove button.

    Hope it helps, reply to us with the status of your issue. We will be happy to assist you.
     
    Rakesh Narayanaswamy, Jan 2, 2025
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