Keep getting a verification code I didn't ask for

Question

In the past week I keep being sent a verification code to my linked account. This makes no sense as I haven't been logging into my hotmail account from any new locations. I could only guess that someone has got hold of my password and is trying to access my account. I have changed my password on the hotmail account as a security measure, but I am still being sent verification code. What could be happening and how do I stop it?

Answer 1

I keep getting one as well.. same code that never changes.. usually every few days. I tried the link you posted and it no longer worked.

Answer 2

Hi fleachy2,

Welcome to Microsoft Community, and you've come to the right place. We are happy to assist you the best of our capabilities. Since you never requested code to be sent to your email, then I am thinking of 2 things. First, the same as what you are guessing and it's good that you have immediately changed your password. Second, it can also be that your Microsoft account is yet to be verified. To verify your Microsoft account, please go to the link below:

SMS Validation Process

Should the issue persist, please do not hesitate to reply to this thread, so we can further assist you in resolving this matter.

Regards,

Francis S.