How to recover a hacked or compromised Microsoft account
Learn how to remove viruses or malware from your Windows PC. Learn how to recover a hacked or compromised account, what to do next, and how to prevent your account from being …
Secure your account if you think you've been hacked
If you think that your Microsoft account has been hacked, we recommend that you reset your password right away. It's a good idea to choose a password that you don't use elsewhere. To …
How to help keep your Microsoft account secure
Learn how to keep your Microsoft account safe, including making a strong password, identifying safe emails, and reviewing account activity.
Keep your computer secure at home - Microsoft Support
Keeping your computer secure helps you avoid malware and direct hacking attempts designed to steal your personal information. Here are some ways you can help reduce your online risk …
Microsoft security help and learning
Get started with Microsoft Defender identity theft monitoring. Criminals are constantly trying to trick you into revealing your personal information. Learn to spot scams. Attackers will send you …
Protect yourself from phishing - Microsoft Support
Phishing (pronounced: fishing) is an attack that attempts to steal your money, or your identity, by getting you to reveal personal information -- such as credit card numbers, bank information, or …
Phishing and suspicious behavior in Outlook - Microsoft Support
Here are some ways to deal with phishing and spoofing scams in Outlook.com. Spoof intelligence in Exchange Online Protection helps prevent phishing messages from reaching your Outlook …
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 …
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 …
What is the Recent activity page? - Microsoft Support
When you expand an activity, you can choose This was me or This wasn't me. These options are only in the Unusual activity section, so if you see them, we need your response. With your …
Stay Protected With the Windows Security App - Microsoft Support
Learn about the Windows Security app and some of the most common tools you can use.