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Why did I get a Microsoft support verification code?

Why did I get a Microsoft support verification code?

Security info confirms your identity If you forget your password, or if someone else is trying to take over your account, we send a verification code to that alternate email or phone number. When you give the code back to us, we know that you’re really you so we can help get you back into your Microsoft account.

How do I get a Microsoft verification code?

How to add security info to your Microsoft account

  1. Sign in to your Advanced security options page using your Microsoft Account.
  2. Select Add a new way to sign in or verify then choose how you would like to receive security codes.
  3. We’ll send a security code to confirm.

How do I get past Microsoft verification?

Go to Security settings and sign in with your Microsoft account. Under the Two-step verification section, choose Set up two-step verification to turn it on, or choose Turn off two-step verification to turn it off. Follow the instructions.

Why do I keep getting verification codes I didn’t request?

This often happens if another user mistyped your number when trying to enter their own number to register, and can also happen when someone attempts to take over your account. If someone is trying to take over your account, they need the SMS verification code sent to your phone number to do so.

How can I help Microsoft?

Seek Help from Microsoft Support. For getting connected with a Microsoft representative directly, you can simply choose a dedicated app already present in your computer. Press the Start button and simply scroll to get Contact Support. In case you can’t view that, search for Get Help.

How do you verify your Microsoft account?

You can manually verify your Microsoft Account identity in Windows 10. Follow the steps: Type settings in search bar and click on Accounts. Click on Your account on the left side, and click on the Verify link under “You need to verify your identity.” on the right side. Type your Microsoft account password, and click on OK.

What is the Microsoft account verification?

To turn two-step verification on or off: Go to Security settings and sign in with your Microsoft account. Under the Two-step verification section, choose Set up two-step verification to turn it on, or choose Turn off two-step verification to turn it off. Follow the instructions.

What is Windows 10 tech support telephone number?

Windows 10 Technical Support Phone Number 1-800-500-6881 toll free service number for all Windows 10 customers available on your door.