How to create an Xbox Live account on Windows 10

Here's how to get started with Xbox Live on Windows 10 for gaming, social features and more.

While Xbox One might be home to Microsoft's gaming efforts, some of its biggest services are now available on PC too. Windows 10 is a major component of the Xbox brand today, tying directly into Xbox Live – its network of tens of millions of gamers. Some of Xbox One's top games and features are now accessible away from the console, all under the same account.

To get started with Xbox on Windows 10, you'll need an Xbox Live profile linked to your Microsoft account. This will provide access to the entire Xbox Live network, including multiplayer, social features and much more.

How to create an Xbox Live account on Windows 10

Before creating an Xbox Live profile, you'll first need to have an existing Microsoft account linked to your copy of Windows 10. Steps on linking a Microsoft account to your Windows 10 product key can be found through our in-depth guide. This will make for a quicker setup of your Xbox Live profile.

After forming the link, you'll be ready to join Xbox Live. Using Windows 10's integrated Xbox app, setting up a profile is simple.

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