Microsoft has started a powerful service unification career that spans countless fields. The Redmond company began by creating a single account system with which to access mail, log into your operating system, Windows, or even access programs such as Skype; but his fan is getting more and more.
Your current console, Xbox One, also has a user system collected within what is known as Xbox Live . This serves to add friends to the console, take a look at the offers of the digital catalog and a host of functions among which, above, is the possibility of entering Xbox Live Gold to play online and have access to more special promotions.
Of course, has been attached to the Microsoft account system . Those who have the account already created, often run into the mystery of knowing how to log in to Xbox Live through Windows 10 or even from the console in their different models ( Xbox One, Xbox One S and Xbox One X ).
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How to sign in to Xbox Live from Windows 10?
The procedure varies considerably depending on the platform from which it is accessed and, in addition, it has such different and interesting methods as the use of a camera for facial recognition and automatic connection. In this guide we will explain all the steps to follow to login on Xbox Live and we will also help to solve some of the most common questions regarding the problems that may arise trying to connect and enter the platform. All issues related to the use of these Microsoft accounts , resolved so you can use them without any problem.
Given the full unification of Microsoft services, any Windows 10 user has access to the Xbox Live service through the Xbox application . It is important to know that, if you have a Xbox One console and have previously linked a Microsoft account to the service, just by starting the application on the PC With a user who has the same account, this will automatically recognize it and you will not need to do anything else (perform only step 1 below).
If not, we explain how to proceed to sign in to Xbox Live through Windows 10.
1 – Open the Xbox app
To open the Xbox application , it is best to press the menu button “ Start ” (Windows icon at the bottom left on the PC desktop) and, in the search bar, type “ Xbox ”. The operating system will show the best match for the application we want to open. Click on “Xbox” , the green icon with a white circle crossed by an X.
2 – Log in
Typically, the Xbox app starts by trying to sign in with your account automatically. If this is not the case, click on the central “Sign in” button to bring up the new window that begins the procedure.
3 – Account detection
Option 1 – Same account
When you have a Microsoft Account open in Windows 10, something that the operating system requires, you will proceed to assign you a user automatically to start playing. If you want to continue like this, you just have to click on the “ Let’s play ” button after receiving a random nickname (Gamertag) and a profile picture. With this step, you are already logged in with the account that you previously assigned.
Option 2 – Change account
If you want to change to another account (the one you have assigned to your console, for example), you must click on “Sign in with another Microsoft account” (top of the window) instead of “ Let’s play “.
4 – Assign another account
When you click on the other option, a new pop-up window will appear in which to choose the account you want to use. In the “ Use another account ” section, click on “Microsoft account” and then on “ Continue ”.
The step to take now is enter the email account , the phone number or the Skype username of the other user you want to login with. Enter it in the field that appears on the screen and click on “ Next ”.
Then, do the same with the password linked to this other account and, this time, end by clicking on “ Login ”.
5 – Protect your account
If you have not done so before, Microsoft will request the security enhancement of this account by assigning a phone number. Enter it and mark the option of sending SMS for convenience. Click on “ Next ”.
The indicated phone will receive a message with a 4-digit code . Store it and enter it in the Xbox application window, in the “ Code ” field. Click “ Next ” to finish.
6 – Choose your Gamertag
If it is a completely new account and not linked to an Xbox console, the application will need to choose a gamertag with which to identify yourself within Xbox Live . Choose any of the ones that appear on the screen or write your own (checking that it is unique) and click on “ Let’s play ” to conclude with the login.
Xbox One is designed to connect to Xbox Live quickly . The online service is essential to connect with friends, create an avatar and perform all kinds of actions that record your gaming activity. In addition, it is the necessary step to be able to subscribe to the Gold program , for a fee, with which to play online and enjoy additional services.
Before proceeding, there are two main bifurcations in this procedure (same as in the previous case): Having or not having a previous Xbox Live account . We explain below how to sign in to Xbox Live from Xbox One:
1 – Go to login
Press this button on your remote 
and in the configuration section of the Xbox One guide menu that will appear on the screen, go to the «Settings» and, within them, to the section « Account ”. Upon entering, you will be prompted to log in with your Microsoft account. Click on “ Next ” to start.
2 – Enter the start data
We have 3 options, follow the steps as appropriate:
Option 1 – If you had an Xbox 360 console with an Xbox Live profile
- In this case, enter your email data and proceed.
- After doing so, the interface will now need the user password entry Do the same and move on.
- Review all sections of the Microsoft Privacy Settings and, when you have done so, go ahead.
- To indicate the type of login you want, you can choose between:
- Log in with Kinect (the camera detects you, to do so click on “ Do it fast, do it magic ”and follow the brief instructions).
- Manually (enter password, enter it by clicking on the“ Lock it ”icon).
- With a 6-digit passcode (usual method, click on “ Check that it’s me ”).
- Once this is done, the session will be started and only the profile image and mosaic colors will be reviewed. You are already connected.
Option 2 – If you have not had a console, but a Microsoft (adult) account
- In this case, you must choose between creating an account for an adult or for a minor. In the first situation, start by entering the email in question and then the password.
- After this, click on “ I accept ” to indicate that you agree to the terms of use of Xbox. Review, then, the privacy settings.
- The rest is just as you did in the previous section.
Option 3 – If you have not had a console, but a Microsoft (minor) account
- If a children’s account was chosen, once email and password are entered, parents must offer their consent by clicking on “I am an adult” . In addition, they must create a Microsoft account to also connect it to the console and grant permission.
- The rest of the process is identical to the previous section.
FAQ: Problems with access or login on Xbox Live
When we want to access or sign in to Xbox Live it can pose several problems on some occasions. Here we will solve the most common inconveniences and solve various errors when we want to log in to this platform, since in many cases, it can create doubts in some users.
Errors when signing in, I can’t access Xbox Live
In this situation, the first thing to check is that there is an internet connection . Enter the browser (if you are in Windows 10) to corroborate it.
If this option does not work, check this website https://support.xbox.com/xbox-live-status if the servers are in good condition.
Another alternative is to log in to the web xbox.com and verify that the account is in order. If you are on a PC, check that the clock is automatically synchronized . If Microsoft detects that it has a different time than the one indicated by the servers, will not allow access.
When none of these options works on your PC, go to “ Settings ”> “ Accounts ”> “ remove ”, next of the account in question. Add it again later to try again on the Xbox app.
I changed the password and I can’t sign in to Xbox One
The first thing you have to do is check that on the account.xbox.com website you can log in without problems using your new password. If it works, proceed as indicated below.
- Restart the console by pressing the Xbox button
, going to” Settings “>” Restart console “>” Yes “. Try signing in now. - Remove and put the account back in the console . Go back to “ Settings ”> “ All settings ”> “ Account ”> “ Delete accounts ”. Now, restart and do the following: press the Xbox button , go to ” Sign in ”>“ Add and manage ”>“ Add new ”and enter all the data.