
How to recover a hacked or compromised Microsoft account
Learn how to recover a hacked or compromised account, what to do next, and how to prevent your account from being compromised in the future.
Secure your account if you think you’ve been hacked
If you think your Microsoft account has been hacked, find out how to secure your account and check for unauthorized activity.
What happens if there's an unusual sign-in to your account
Learn what to do if your username and password have stopped working. If you sign in to your account while traveling or if you install a new app that signs in with your account, you may get an alert. We …
Reset a forgotten Microsoft account password
Learn how to reset or change your Microsoft account password. Get help with a forgotten Microsoft account password.
Reset or recover your lost Microsoft account password
If you’ve forgotten your Microsoft account password, learn how to do a password reset online or by using your Xbox console.
Keep your computer secure at home - Microsoft Support
Keeping your computer secure helps you avoid malware and direct hacking attempts designed to steal your personal information. Here are some ways you can help reduce your online risk when you use …
How to help keep your Microsoft account secure
Learn how to keep your Microsoft account safe, including making a strong password, identifying safe emails, and reviewing account activity.
Microsoft security help and learning
Get started with Microsoft Defender identity theft monitoring. Criminals are constantly trying to trick you into revealing your personal information. Learn to spot scams. Attackers will send you fake emails …
National Public Data breach: What you need to know
In early 2024, National Public Data, an online background check and fraud prevention service, experienced a significant data breach. This breach allegedly exposed up to 2.9 billion records with …
Protect my PC from viruses - Microsoft Support
Microsoft Defender is free anti-malware software included with Windows if you have a Microsoft 365 Personal, Family, or Premium subscription. It's kept updated automatically through Windows Update. …
Unblock my Outlook.com account - Microsoft Support
We know that having your account blocked is frustrating, but we also want to protect you from fraud or abuse. To unblock your account, select the button to begin: Sign-in Helper. Note: If either your …