Secure Your Minecraft Account
Follow this detailed guide to ensure your Minecraft account stays secure!
- Verify the Seller: Always confirm that you are interacting with the correct owner or middleman to prevent scams.
- Access Security Settings: Log in at Microsoft's Login Page. Navigate to "Security" and select "Additional Security Options."
- Update Password and 2FA: Change the password and set up your own two-factor authentication (2FA). Turn on Two-Step Verification and log out of all sessions by selecting "Sign out everywhere." Reset Windows Hello and generate a new recovery code.
- Update Personal Details: Visit "Your Info" and change all personal information. Update the primary email alias under "Account Info."
- Manage Devices: Remove unauthorized devices under "Devices." Revoke access to unknown apps under "Privacy" and "View app access details."
- Disconnect Devices: Visit Device Management and disconnect any devices not belonging to you.
- Confirm Minecraft Account: Log into Minecraft.net and ensure the account details are correct. Use the launcher to verify extra features and check for bans.
- Check Recent Activity: Review recent login activity under "Security" by selecting "View my Activity."
- Request Screen Sharing: Ask the seller to screen share and log out of email, Minecraft.net, and launchers. If they refuse, wait 24 hours for all sessions to expire.
By following these steps, you significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized access to your Minecraft account. Stay secure and game safely!