Changing Your Microsoft Account Email Address
## Direct Answer
To change your Microsoft account email address, sign in to your Microsoft account, go to the “Your Info” section, click on “Manage your account”, then click on “More options” next to your email address, and select “Add or change email” to update your email address.
## Step-by-Step Guide
1. Sign in to your Microsoft account at account.microsoft.com.
2. Click on “Your Info” from the top menu.
3. Click on “Manage your account”.
4. Locate your current email address and click on “More options” next to it.
5. Select “Add or change email” from the dropdown menu.
6. Click on “Add email” and enter a new email address.
7. Verify the new email address by clicking on the verification link sent by Microsoft.
8. Once verified, set the new email address as your primary alias.
## FAQ
### Q: Why do I need to verify my new email address?
A: Verifying your new email address ensures that you have access to it and helps prevent unauthorized changes to your account.
### Q: Can I change my Microsoft account email address to any email address?
A: No, you can only change your Microsoft account email address to an email address that you have already added as an alias or a new email address that you verify.
### Q: Will changing my Microsoft account email address affect my other Microsoft services?
A: Yes, changing your Microsoft account email address will update your email address across all Microsoft services, including Outlook, OneDrive, and Xbox.
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