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 …
What to do if your credit or debit card info is stolen
When your credit or debit card info is found to have been leaked, the immediate concern is that thieves could go on a shopping spree using your card. In most cases a compromised card will need to be …
Find and lock a lost Windows device - Microsoft Support
Use Find my device to locate and lock your lost or stolen Windows devices.
What to do if your Xbox gets stolen | Xbox Support
If your Xbox console is lost or stolen, there are several steps you’ll want to take to secure your account and report your lost console. Did this resolve the issue? Find out what you need to do if your Xbox …
What to do if your Social Security Number (SSN) is exposed
Contact your local police department and tell them that your identity has been stolen and that you'd like to file a report. They should provide you with a copy of the report when it's done, but if they don't …
Help with the Microsoft account recovery form
Once you're able to get back into your account, review How to help keep your Microsoft account safe and secure. Here you'll find guidance for how to secure your account going forward, make it easier to …
Microsoft account security info & verification codes
Passkeys are secure, phish-resistant replacements for your password which means they can't be guessed or stolen. You use your face, fingerprint, or device PIN to sign in. Learn more. We'll send a …
Protecting yourself from identity theft online - Microsoft Support
When a thief gathers information about you and uses it to impersonate or defraud you, it's called identity theft.
Account help - support.microsoft.com
If you see the error message, "We couldn't find an account with that username", or think your account has been hacked, learn how you can recover your account. Open the Sign-in Helper for support …