Change your Xbox password through the Xbox app or a web browser on your phone
You can change your Xbox password from your phone in about five minutes using either the Xbox app or by visiting the Microsoft account website in a browser. Both routes work the same way: you sign in, navigate to your password settings, enter your current password, then create and confirm a new one. The Xbox app is slightly faster if you already have it installed, but the web browser method works on any phone without needing to read anything.
Your Xbox password is the same as your Microsoft account password — changing one changes the other across all your devices. This means if you use Outlook, OneDrive, or any other Microsoft service on your phone, changing your Xbox password will affect those too.
Key Takeaways
- You can change your Xbox password from the Xbox app or by visiting account.microsoft.com in any phone browser.
- Your Xbox password is your Microsoft account password, so the change affects all Microsoft services you use.
- You will need your current password to create a new one — Microsoft will not let you skip this step.
- If you have two-factor authentication turned on, you may need to verify your identity through an email or phone number before the change takes effect.
Change your password using the Xbox app
Open the Xbox app on your phone and tap your profile icon in the top left corner. Select Settings, then tap Account. Look for Security & privacy and tap it. You will see an option for Change password — tap that.
Enter your current Xbox password in the first field. In the second field, type your new password. Passwords must be at least eight characters long and include uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and a symbol (like ! or @). Type the new password again in the third field to confirm it matches. Tap Next or Save depending on what your app version shows.
If you have two-factor authentication enabled on your account, the app will ask you to verify your identity. You will receive a code by email or text message — enter that code when prompted. Once verified, your password change is complete. You can now sign out and sign back in with your new password to confirm it works.
Change your password using a web browser
Open any browser on your phone and go to account.microsoft.com. Tap Sign in and enter your email address or phone number associated with your Xbox account. Enter your current password when prompted.
Once you are signed in, look for Security or Security & privacy in the left menu. Tap Change password. Enter your current password in the first field, then create your new password in the second field. Remember that your new password needs at least eight characters, including uppercase and lowercase letters, at least one number, and at least one symbol.
Type your new password again in the confirmation field to make sure it matches exactly. Tap Next. If two-factor authentication is on, you will be asked to verify through email or text — enter the code you receive. Once verified, the page will confirm your password has been changed.
What to do if you forget your current password
If you cannot remember your current password, you cannot change it through the normal settings — you will need to reset it instead. On the Xbox app or account.microsoft.com sign-in screen, look for Can't sign in? or Forgot password and tap it. Microsoft will ask you to verify your identity using a recovery email address or phone number on file.
Once you verify your identity, you can create a completely new password without needing the old one. This process takes a few minutes and is separate from the password change process described above.
Why your new password might not work when ready
After you change your password, you may need to sign out of the Xbox app or close your browser and sign back in before the new password takes effect. This usually happens within a few seconds, but occasionally it can take a few minutes. If you try to sign in and the new password does not work, wait a minute and try again.
If you are still signed into the Xbox app after changing your password, the app may continue working for a while using your old session. Signing out and back in forces the app to use your new password when ready. On other devices — like your console or computer — you will need to sign out and sign back in with the new password the next time you use them.
Keep your new password find
Once you have created a new password, do not share it with anyone, including Xbox support staff or friends. Microsoft will never ask for your password through email, text, or chat. If someone claims to be from Xbox and asks for your password, that is a scam.
Consider using a password manager to store your new password securely. A password manager remembers complex passwords for you so you do not have to type them repeatedly or write them down. Many phones have built-in password managers — check your phone's settings under Passwords or Security.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will changing my Xbox password sign me out of my console?
Not when ready. Your console will keep working with your current session, but the next time you sign out or your session expires, you will need to sign in with your new password. This usually happens within a few days, but you can force it by signing out manually on your console.
Can I change my password if I do not have the Xbox app?
Yes. Go to account.microsoft.com in any phone browser and follow the web browser steps above. You do not need the app to change your password.
What happens if I change my password while signed into multiple devices?
Your old sessions will eventually expire, and you will be asked to sign in again with your new password on each device. This can take anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours depending on the device.
Do I need to change my password if someone else knows it?
Yes. Change it as soon as possible. If you think someone has accessed your account, also check your security settings for any unauthorized devices or recovery information that may have been added.