Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Account management, security, and privacy
Managing personal Outlook.com account settings, security, and privacy
24,547 questions
1 answer
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Inbox emails disappeared
All my emails in my inbox just disappeared. I had years worth, but no messages or warnings that it was too big to store any longer. How can I recover the messages?
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Account management, security, and privacy
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2026-08-21T01:37:13.99+00:00
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kerry romeo
20
Reputation points
commented
2026-08-23T10:23:04.8233333+00:00
kerry romeo
20
Reputation points
1 answer
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how to get credits or trial for AI services?
I would like to try and learn about using AI services (such as invoice reading) - How can I get free credits? is there a sandbox enviroment for that? This question is related to the following Learning Module
Azure | Azure Training
Azure | Azure Training
Training: Instruction to develop new skills.
3,308 questions
asked
2026-04-06T12:41:00.4+00:00
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Shlomi Hatan
25
Reputation points
commented
2026-08-23T10:11:31.9966667+00:00
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Sundas Wiqas
0
Reputation points
2 answers
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Can't type in my hotmail address
Hi, I try login to outlook.live.com to access my hotmail. However, I don't get an option to type in an email address. My other default email addresses for a work account and personal account are the only options I have. Any advice please Cheers
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Email
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Email
Sending, receiving, and organizing email in Outlook.com
10,701 questions
asked
2026-08-21T05:35:40.5433333+00:00
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deborah tatham
40
Reputation points
commented
2026-08-23T09:21:28.0166667+00:00
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Victor1-V
13,020
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
Moderator
1 answer
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IMAP email provider changes the backend
My Spectrum IMAP provider changed its backend settings. New Outlook now reports that I must remove the account from all Outlook devices and sign in again. However, the Spectrum account no longer appears under Settings → Accounts → Your accounts, so I…
Outlook | Windows | New Outlook for Windows | For home
Outlook | Windows | New Outlook for Windows | For home
Using New Outlook on Windows for personal email, calendar, and contact management
11,998 questions
asked
2026-08-21T22:21:42.16+00:00
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Eric Grunewald
20
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commented
2026-08-23T09:15:46.7566667+00:00
Victor1-V
13,020
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
Moderator
2 answers
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Request temporary direct download link for Windows 11 25H2 x64 English
Hello, I cannot download the Windows 11 ISO from the official Microsoft website due to regional restrictions . The Media Creation Tool also does not work.error code 0xC1900500-0x20000. Could you please provide a temporary 24-hour direct download link…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
9,247 questions
asked
2026-08-23T06:53:52.7833333+00:00
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kian kianfar
20
Reputation points
answered
2026-08-23T08:39:20.7266667+00:00
kian kianfar
20
Reputation points
2 answers
Reschedule the exam
Hi. I need to reschedule the GitHub which is scheduled on 02/06/2026
Community Center | Not monitored
Community Center | Not monitored
Tag not monitored by Microsoft.
57,723 questions
asked
2026-05-31T15:45:09.7866667+00:00
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Priyanka J
0
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commented
2026-08-23T08:36:40.0633333+00:00
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Kavitha Kurella
5
Reputation points
1 answer
Cannot Add Phone to Account
I am unable to add a phone number to my Microsoft account. Every time I go to "Manage how you sign in to your account" I am given the options to add an email, remove a current email, or change sign-in preferences. Nowhere is there a button to…
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Account management, security, and privacy
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Account management, security, and privacy
Managing personal Outlook.com account settings, security, and privacy
24,547 questions
asked
2026-05-14T10:18:52.1033333+00:00
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ScrewyCashew
0
Reputation points
recommended
2026-08-23T08:19:43.24+00:00
Stefan Blom
351.3K
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Volunteer Moderator
2 answers
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One Drive issues
Hello, I continue to receive the error message "cannot reach shared library "One drive" but my One Drive is active. Its just allowing anything to be saved. Any suggestions?
Microsoft 365 and Office | OneDrive | For home | MacOS
Microsoft 365 and Office | OneDrive | For home | MacOS
A Microsoft file hosting and synchronization service.
1,228 questions
asked
2026-08-22T05:14:00.2266667+00:00
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Calvin Cabarrus
20
Reputation points
accepted
2026-08-23T07:34:13.94+00:00
Calvin Cabarrus
20
Reputation points
1 answer
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Unable to receieve support email from Discord.com
I've recently been backdoored, and my account for Discord has been stolen. The hacker has taken steps to ensure that I do not receive emails from Discord support, such as blocking the emails and making a rule stopping their emails from going to my inbox.…
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Email
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Email
Sending, receiving, and organizing email in Outlook.com
10,701 questions
asked
2026-05-24T19:45:31.76+00:00
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Tsoot
20
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commented
2026-08-23T07:22:17.35+00:00
Hornblower409
14,815
Reputation points
2 answers
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How to recover hacked Microsoft account.
My Microsoft account was compromise a few months back, I owned minecraft on it and have been wanting to play but when I log in with the email it puts me on a new account. I guess I now have a whole new account with the same email that was linked to my…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accounts, profiles, and login
10,028 questions
asked
2026-08-22T23:56:19.4533333+00:00
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Coltsstupid
20
Reputation points
accepted
2026-08-23T05:48:43.3066667+00:00
Coltsstupid
20
Reputation points
1 answer
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How can I improve the performance of a Python application on Windows?
I am learning Python on Windows and want to understand some simple ways to improve the performance of my Python applications. What are the recommended practices for beginners?
Windows development | Windows Performance Toolkit
183 questions
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1 answer
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File History problems after installing KB5101684 and KB5120249
Hello,I would like to know if other Windows 10/11 users have noticed similar File History issues after recent updates. I have observed the problem on two different PCs: Windows 11 25H2 + KB5101684 (July 29, 2026) Windows 10 22H2 + KB5120249 (August 12,…
Windows for home | Other | Recovery and backup
669 questions
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2 answers
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How do I sign in to MSFS 2024 using a local account?
How do I sign in to MSFS 2024 using a local account?
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accounts, profiles, and login
10,028 questions
asked
2025-12-01T18:13:42.9633333+00:00
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Matthew Cummins
20
Reputation points
commented
2026-08-23T04:01:58.94+00:00
Edgardo Lugo
0
Reputation points
1 answer
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Files are backed up, but File History status and Previous Versions are not updating after recent Windows updates KB5101684 and KB5120249
Hello,I would like to ask whether anyone else has noticed unusual behavior with File History on Windows 10 or Windows 11 following recent updates. I noticed this on two separate computers: Windows 11 25H2 — KB5101684, installed July 29, 2026 Windows 10…
Windows for home | Other | Windows update
1,567 questions
2 answers
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
PHONE LINK STILL WONT CONNECT
THIS IS SATURDAY. FRIDAY, MS INFORMED ME THERE WAS A TECHNICAL ISSUE WORLDWIDE AFFECTING PHONE LINK. THEY SAID TO GIVE IT 24 HOURS. IT HAS BEEN OVER 24 HOURS AND MY PHONE LINK STILL WONT CONNECT TO MY LAPTOP. HELP PLEASE?
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Connect Phone and PC
1,394 questions
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1 answer
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Cloud Shell stuck in Getting Started wizard (needs backend profile reset)
My Azure Cloud Shell is stuck in the “Getting started” wizard and never shows the region selector. It always loads in ephemeral mode. I’ve already tried all client-side fixes: Reset User Settings Switched between Bash and PowerShell Signed out/in Cleared…
Azure Cloud Services
Azure Cloud Services
An Azure platform as a service offer that is used to deploy web and cloud applications.
974 questions
asked
2026-08-21T16:35:54.2366667+00:00
Everett Taylor
20
Reputation points
commented
2026-08-23T02:12:46.3633333+00:00
Everett Taylor
20
Reputation points
1 answer
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
Microsoft Account not showing
Hello, I have paid for Microsoft 365 and see I last paid $140.39 in February 2026 for this but when I'm logged in online it shows I do not have a paid account. Please help.
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | Other
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | Other
Microsoft 365 features that help users manage their subscriptions, account settings, and billing information.
4,912 questions
asked
2026-08-17T17:35:04.8833333+00:00
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Sarah Cooperson
20
Reputation points
commented
2026-08-23T00:45:07.3433333+00:00
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Kai-H
26,385
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
Moderator
7 answers
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
Microsoft Remote Desktop Error( 0x204)
Hello, since today I have problems logging into the app from my Mac. I have tried different ways but I have not been able to solve anything. The problem is that I don't have/can't access my Windows computer, as I am connected via internet. Does anyone…
Windows for business | Windows Client for IT Pros | User experience | Remote desktop services and terminal services
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2022-05-15T09:49:13.797+00:00
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alinna
56
Reputation points
commented
2026-08-23T00:34:33.3933333+00:00
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Luis Dueñas
0
Reputation points
2 answers
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Lenovo "Idea Pad 5." "Shutting down and restarting." 20/30 times a day
All of the scans. Check that green check. "But it's only a month old machine." "It worked well for several days and then just Begin emergency shut offs and restarts Again.."
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Performance and system failures
32,399 questions
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2 answers
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personal ink issue
hi new laptop , new to windows 11. things like documents and photos seem to get on pc ok but backing up to one drive which i have paid for 1 tb seem to go into personal ink which says isn't allowed and has a red cross on it. please help
Microsoft 365 and Office | OneDrive | For home | Windows
Microsoft 365 and Office | OneDrive | For home | Windows
A Microsoft file hosting and synchronization service.
16,105 questions
asked
2026-08-22T21:50:32.67+00:00
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Apple Crumble
20
Reputation points
commented
2026-08-22T23:05:52.92+00:00
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John Jefferson Doyon
87,160
Reputation points
Independent Advisor