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Error: we cannot send a text message to this number

Anonymous
2024-01-07T06:54:18+00:00

My other account with the email ******@orlov.tech was blocked. When I tried to unblock it and changed the password, I received an error saying, "We cannot send a text message to this number." What can I do to resolve this issue? I purchased Windows and Office on that account.

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  1. Anonymous
    2024-01-08T18:32:00+00:00

    Yes, my account is blocked. I tried to change the password, and the password was successfully changed. However, after logging in with the new password, I still see the message "Your account has been locked." Also, I encounter the error "We cannot send a text message to this number." How can I unblock my account if Microsoft can't send me a message?

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-01-07T13:36:48+00:00

    I tried clearing cookies, using other browsers, private mode, and other devices, but nothing helped. My phone is not attached to the account because I can't log in and attach it. When I try to log in, I receive the message "Your account has been locked." Then, it prompts me to "Enter your phone number, and we'll send you a security code." However, all my phones receive an error stating, "We cannot send a text message to this number."

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  3. Anonymous
    2024-01-09T13:10:24+00:00

    Sorry for the late reply. In that case, I would suggest submitting a reinstatement form instead. To learn more about account lock, you can check the link below.
    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-bil...

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  4. Anonymous
    2024-01-08T11:31:20+00:00

    It could be because your account is blocked due to multiple sign in attempts, Microsoft requires you to send a code to a phone number linked to your account. If you can't unblock your account, see if resetting your password would work instead.
    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-bil...

    Let me know how it went.

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  5. Anonymous
    2024-01-07T08:50:01+00:00

    Hi there.

    I'm Jen. I'm an independent advisor and would happily help you figure this out.

    Have you tried clearing your browser's cache, cookies and site data?
    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-e...

    If you are still getting the same error, try using InPrivate browsing or a different browser instead. Also, is your phone number in the account still updated and can receive SMS?

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