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How to Secure a Gamertag
1. Login and Access Security Settings
Log in to your account using the provided information. Once logged in, go here . Scroll down on the page until you find the "Security" section and click on "Security Dashboard."
2. Enhance Security Settings
Go to Security Dashboard > Click "Advanced Security Options" > Change password to a strong one > Return to Advanced Security Options > Turn off "Receive Alerts" > Find "Email a Code" > Add your verification methods.
3. Enable 2FA
Scroll to "Additional Security" > Click "Turn On" for 2FA > Follow the guidance to set it up > Generate a "Recovery Code" and save it securely.
4. Update Login Alias and Sign Out Devices
Go to "Add an Alias" here. Change your login email. You have the option to create a new alias or use an existing email. After updating your alias, go back to the "Advanced Security" tab and click "Sign Me Out." This action will log out all devices from their sessions. Please note that you will need to sign in again with your updated alias email if you changed it.
5. Review Connected Devices
To check connected devices, go to the "Connected Devices" section: here. Click "Manage," and select "I'm ready to remove this device." For billing information, visit: here, and remove any unfamiliar payment methods, if any.
6. Monitor Account Activities
For any suspicious login attempts or unfamiliar device locations, use this link to check login locations: here. You can also find a hub for all 360-related account information: here
Additional Tips
- To ensure the legitimacy of a gamertag, set the Xbox profile picture to default, and send a message to your other account or a friend to verify the Gamertag isn't a dupe.
1. Login and Access Security Settings
Log in to your account using the provided information. Once logged in, go here . Scroll down on the page until you find the "Security" section and click on "Security Dashboard."
2. Enhance Security Settings
Go to Security Dashboard > Click "Advanced Security Options" > Change password to a strong one > Return to Advanced Security Options > Turn off "Receive Alerts" > Find "Email a Code" > Add your verification methods.
3. Enable 2FA
Scroll to "Additional Security" > Click "Turn On" for 2FA > Follow the guidance to set it up > Generate a "Recovery Code" and save it securely.
4. Update Login Alias and Sign Out Devices
Go to "Add an Alias" here. Change your login email. You have the option to create a new alias or use an existing email. After updating your alias, go back to the "Advanced Security" tab and click "Sign Me Out." This action will log out all devices from their sessions. Please note that you will need to sign in again with your updated alias email if you changed it.
5. Review Connected Devices
To check connected devices, go to the "Connected Devices" section: here. Click "Manage," and select "I'm ready to remove this device." For billing information, visit: here, and remove any unfamiliar payment methods, if any.
6. Monitor Account Activities
For any suspicious login attempts or unfamiliar device locations, use this link to check login locations: here. You can also find a hub for all 360-related account information: here
Additional Tips
- To ensure the legitimacy of a gamertag, set the Xbox profile picture to default, and send a message to your other account or a friend to verify the Gamertag isn't a dupe.
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