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How to Secure a Minecraft Account
1. Access Outlook
Sign in at outlook.com. If prompted, get the code from the seller.
2. Access Microsoft Account
Click on your profile picture and select "my Microsoft account".
3. Clear Devices
Under "Microsoft account", remove any devices linked to the account by viewing details and selecting 'remove'. Double-check to ensure devices are removed.
4. Update Security
- Click on "Security" then "Advanced Security". You might need another code from the seller.
- Add new security methods. Add two emails and using the Microsoft authenticator app.
- Monitor here for suspicious activities.
- Remove the seller's security methods.
5. Generate Recovery Code
While still in security settings, navigate to the bottom of the tab and select "generate a new code". Save this recovery code securely with your account details—it's vital for regaining access if lost. Above this, ensure you click "sign out" to disconnect from all devices, eliminating any seller access.
6. Password Update
Change the Microsoft (and thereby Minecraft) password.
7. Update Email Aliases
- Add a new email alias, make it the primary email alias and remove all old ones.
- Ensure the seller is logged out of the email on outlook.com and minecraft.net.
8. Check for Exploits
Use this to check for the exploit. If found, contact Zyger to remove it for you, he can do this easily. Ask seller to confirm that they have logged out of the account in their PC's "emails and accounts" settings.
Additional Tips
- Confirm you've received the correct in-game name and any expected capes.
- Check servers for undisclosed ranks/bans.
- Under "Your Info" modify the account's name and profile information.
1. Access Outlook
Sign in at outlook.com. If prompted, get the code from the seller.
2. Access Microsoft Account
Click on your profile picture and select "my Microsoft account".
3. Clear Devices
Under "Microsoft account", remove any devices linked to the account by viewing details and selecting 'remove'. Double-check to ensure devices are removed.
4. Update Security
- Click on "Security" then "Advanced Security". You might need another code from the seller.
- Add new security methods. Add two emails and using the Microsoft authenticator app.
- Monitor here for suspicious activities.
- Remove the seller's security methods.
5. Generate Recovery Code
While still in security settings, navigate to the bottom of the tab and select "generate a new code". Save this recovery code securely with your account details—it's vital for regaining access if lost. Above this, ensure you click "sign out" to disconnect from all devices, eliminating any seller access.
6. Password Update
Change the Microsoft (and thereby Minecraft) password.
7. Update Email Aliases
- Add a new email alias, make it the primary email alias and remove all old ones.
- Ensure the seller is logged out of the email on outlook.com and minecraft.net.
8. Check for Exploits
Use this to check for the exploit. If found, contact Zyger to remove it for you, he can do this easily. Ask seller to confirm that they have logged out of the account in their PC's "emails and accounts" settings.
Additional Tips
- Confirm you've received the correct in-game name and any expected capes.
- Check servers for undisclosed ranks/bans.
- Under "Your Info" modify the account's name and profile information.
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