How to recover a hacked or compromised Microsoft account
Learn how to recover a hacked or compromised account, what to do next, and how to prevent your account from being compromised in the future.
Secure your account if you think you’ve been hacked
Accessible help and resources to get your Xbox questions answered. If you think your Microsoft account has been hacked, find out how to secure your account and check for unauthorized …
National Public Data breach: What you need to know
In early 2024, National Public Data, an online background check and fraud prevention service, experienced a significant data breach. This breach allegedly exposed up to 2.9 billion records …
How to get a Microsoft account recovery code
A Microsoft account recovery code is a 25-digit code used to help you regain access to your account if you forget your password or if your account is compromised. Go to the Manage how …
Virus and Threat Protection in the Windows Security App
Real-time protection is a feature in the Windows Security app that continuously monitors your device for potential threats such as viruses, malware, and spyware. This feature ensures that …
How to start a scan for viruses or malware in Microsoft Defender
Microsoft security help and learning. If you suspect that your device may have malware you should have Microsoft Defender run a scan. Here's how to do that on Windows, Mac, or Android.
Protect my PC from viruses - Microsoft Support
Use an anti-malware app - Installing an anti-malware app and keeping it up to date can help defend your PC against viruses and other malware (malicious software). Microsoft Defender is …
Microsoft Support
Find how-to articles, videos, and training for Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Windows 11, Surface, and more.
What happens if there's an unusual sign-in to your account
Learn what to do if your username and password have stopped working. If you sign in to your account while traveling or if you install a new app that signs in with your account, you may get …
Avoid and report Microsoft technical support scams
Provides information for avoiding and reporting Microsoft technical support scams.
The keys to the kingdom - securing your devices and accounts
Password compromise attacks are responsible for most successful account hacks that we see, and multifactor authentication can defeat almost all of them. For more information see What is: …