If you don't have a cell phone prepare for a very involved migration!!!
It was far easier for me to get a Top Secret security clearance than it was to move from Mojang to Microsoft!
I do/will not ever have a cell phone. I have encountered similar problems with other service providers but never to the extent, I went through with Microsoft and Minecraft.
I hope maybe I made someone at Microsoft see the light because I wouldn't wish what I had to go through on the most cantankerous Officer I ever dealt with.
I just migrated two Minecraft accounts and didn't need to use my cellphone for either one. It just emailed me the verification code to my original email accounts that my Minecraft accounts were tied to. The only trouble I ran into was trying to use an old Firefox browser -- I ended up having to move over to a newer version of Chrome before the migrations were successful.
You have a cell phone! You are not over 70 years of age, with bad eyesight, hands that constantly shake, and you can touch type!
Until today I could copy and paste passwords for Microsoft! Suddenly today I cannot open my 128-bit encrypted document; copy a password; go to Microsoft and paste what I have copied there!
IMO a HUGE part of the security problem Microsoft (and everyone else) is encountering is because of these types of requirements on their part!!!
The people writing the log-on procedures were born with a cell phone in their crib!!! They never get off their collective bottoms to ensure what they write does not require something that not every person on planet earth has!!!
No one can stop anyone else from doing something stupid! People write simple passwords like "password" or "123456" because it is easy to remember and fairly simple to type. Then they use that password for everything that needs a password!
I prefer 16-20 character passwords that utilize ANY KEYBOARD KEY and by writing them to my encrypted document I don't need a fantastic memory!
If I can copy and paste them; I don't need typing skills, good eyesight, or an infallible memory: and I can have 3 pages worth of never duplicated passwords!!!
Stows soapbox and hopes some people see the light!!!
A question just came into my thoughts; are the text messages sent to and from your cell phone encrypted when sent over the air or can anyone open it and read what you sent and what was returned to you.
A question just came into my thoughts; are the text messages sent to and from your cell phone encrypted when sent over the air or can anyone open it and read what you sent and what was returned to you.
Generally doesn't matter. They send you a single-use random generated code that you need to enter in the verification box. If someone is in the process of hacking your account, and they know your password, and got to 2nd step verification, and they know your phone number and carrier, then they technically MIGHT be able to intercept the SMS to get that code. However, if they have all the prerequisites, you already have a major security issue.
My telephone is wired (landline) it cannot receive texts of any kind.
I know first hand that Microsoft (and almost anyone else) have a call option. If the phone number you have attached to the account is a land line, you get a phone call, and the random security code is dictated to you. (you can request as many repeats as needed) I actually recently migrated my account, and there was an option to either text or call the number on file.
If you don't have any phone number attached to the account, the confirmation code/link is usually sent over the email.
Generally doesn't matter. They send you a single-use random generated code that you need to enter in the verification box. If someone is in the process of hacking your account, and they know your password, and got to 2nd step verification, and they know your phone number and carrier, then they technically MIGHT be able to intercept the SMS to get that code. However, if they have all the prerequisites, you already have a major security issue.
I know first hand that Microsoft (and almost anyone else) have a call option. If the phone number you have attached to the account is a land line, you get a phone call, and the random security code is dictated to you. (you can request as many repeats as needed) I actually recently migrated my account, and there was an option to either text or call the number on file.
If you don't have any phone number attached to the account, the confirmation code/link is usually sent over the email.
My only option was the telephone (wired) listed with my account. IF there is an option for Microsoft to actually dial that number and converse with me, It was not evident.
I have one other account that insists on a call. The other account telephones me (my phone rings after sending an email), the email contains a number code that I must key in on my phone. That would work here too if the procedure is fully explained before any phone is dialed. It is my opinion (everyone has one and they usually stink) that something similar would work with Microsoft. If they opt for something similar. It IMO needs to be clearly explained before dialing; (Microsoft or anyone else) a telephone (wired or cell) must be answered for verification!!!
Unfortunately; I have come to expect problems whenever a telephone is displayed!!!
My antivirus blocked all messages sent by Microsoft claiming the email was spoofed! If the help folks are calling from home (with their telephone wired or cell) and displaying a Microsoft phone number or account my antivirus will block them. This is a possible problem that too can probably be overcome if completely explained prior to implementation.
@webrosc:
I've tried numerous ways to communicate with Microsoft about this problem. It is not possible!!!
Also, nobody is going to 'converse' with you as there are no 'folks' on other end. Your phone is dialed by the computer, you pick up, and an automated message like "your microsoft login verification code is ..... dial 1 to repeat". You then type this code into proper field on your PC.
If your antivirus deletes verification emails from Microsoft, you really got to dial its zeal back a notch or two.
I haven't migrated yet, is it that excruciating? I don't want to give out my phone out to them either.
Just yesterday I migrated my daughters' account. She already had an MS account, created for XBox Live, but that account has no phone# attached and 2fa on it is off.
I clicked the migrate button.
It sent a 7-letter code to her email, to verify.
Once I typed that in, it noted there is already an MS account associated with the email, and asked me if I want to use it or create new.
I chose to use it and entered the password for that account.
It showed me some info about account asking to make sure it was up to date.
Do anyone knows here what to write in "Password" section after migration?
I tried nearly everything, such as microsoft password and xbox gamertag, but they are all bad. I forgot about my previous Mojang password, but then i requested a password reset, the e-mail was literally nowhere! (NOT in Spam or Junk).
I'm not the most knowledgeable about these things but... The email notifications that were delivered to me by Microsoft were all blocked by my anti-virus. You might check if that is true for you as well. Minecraft now works, Thank you, Lord!
I can no longer log into the Microsoft Solitaire Collection and I have been unable to solve that problem or find anyone that can or seems to care that is in charge!!!
Given a choice between Minecraft and the Solitaire Collection I'll keep Minecraft.
I wish you good luck.
If I were still active-duty military I'd have stood on my Commander's desk by now. Probably contacted the Wing Commander, and been contemplating everything up to the POTUS.
I tried to find the CEO of Microsoft but cannot find an email address or any way to contact anyone in charge.
Do anyone knows here what to write in "Password" section after migration?
I tried nearly everything, such as microsoft password and xbox gamertag, but they are all bad. I forgot about my previous Mojang password, but then i requested a password reset, the e-mail was literally nowhere! (NOT in Spam or Junk).
Thank you all for answers.
In the MC launcher, there should be a dropdown menu. I think in upper left corner, I am not at my PC now. From that dropdown, you select 'Microsoft' instead of 'Mojang'. Then you login with your MS password. Requesting password reset here (with Mojang still selected) has no effect because there is no longer a Mojang account associated with that email.
I'm not the most knowledgeable about these things but... The email notifications that were delivered to me by Microsoft were all blocked by my anti-virus. You might check if that is true for you as well. Minecraft now works, Thank you, Lord!
I can no longer log into the Microsoft Solitaire Collection and I have been unable to solve that problem or find anyone that can or seems to care that is in charge!!!
Given a choice between Minecraft and the Solitaire Collection I'll keep Minecraft.
I wish you good luck.
If I were still active-duty military I'd have stood on my Commander's desk by now. Probably contacted the Wing Commander, and been contemplating everything up to the POTUS.
I tried to find the CEO of Microsoft but cannot find an email address or any way to contact anyone in charge.
Again good luck to you.
Lou
lol. 78 but fingers don't shake. worked in tech so ok at changing logins. good luck with your new login.
If you don't have a cell phone prepare for a very involved migration!!!
It was far easier for me to get a Top Secret security clearance than it was to move from Mojang to Microsoft!
I do/will not ever have a cell phone. I have encountered similar problems with other service providers but never to the extent, I went through with Microsoft and Minecraft.
I hope maybe I made someone at Microsoft see the light because I wouldn't wish what I had to go through on the most cantankerous Officer I ever dealt with.
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ModeratorI just migrated two Minecraft accounts and didn't need to use my cellphone for either one. It just emailed me the verification code to my original email accounts that my Minecraft accounts were tied to. The only trouble I ran into was trying to use an old Firefox browser -- I ended up having to move over to a newer version of Chrome before the migrations were successful.
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You have a cell phone! You are not over 70 years of age, with bad eyesight, hands that constantly shake, and you can touch type!
Until today I could copy and paste passwords for Microsoft! Suddenly today I cannot open my 128-bit encrypted document; copy a password; go to Microsoft and paste what I have copied there!
IMO a HUGE part of the security problem Microsoft (and everyone else) is encountering is because of these types of requirements on their part!!!
The people writing the log-on procedures were born with a cell phone in their crib!!! They never get off their collective bottoms to ensure what they write does not require something that not every person on planet earth has!!!
No one can stop anyone else from doing something stupid! People write simple passwords like "password" or "123456" because it is easy to remember and fairly simple to type. Then they use that password for everything that needs a password!
I prefer 16-20 character passwords that utilize ANY KEYBOARD KEY and by writing them to my encrypted document I don't need a fantastic memory!
If I can copy and paste them; I don't need typing skills, good eyesight, or an infallible memory: and I can have 3 pages worth of never duplicated passwords!!!
Stows soapbox and hopes some people see the light!!!
A question just came into my thoughts; are the text messages sent to and from your cell phone encrypted when sent over the air or can anyone open it and read what you sent and what was returned to you.
I haven't migrated yet, is it that excruciating? I don't want to give out my phone out to them either.
Please read and implement my encrypted password idea.
I'm serious about 3 pages of encrypted passwords. I only have to remember the password that decrypts that document.
HTH
Lou
Norton has (probably others too) an encryption utility. I used it constantly.
My telephone is wired (landline) it cannot receive texts of any kind.
Generally doesn't matter. They send you a single-use random generated code that you need to enter in the verification box. If someone is in the process of hacking your account, and they know your password, and got to 2nd step verification, and they know your phone number and carrier, then they technically MIGHT be able to intercept the SMS to get that code. However, if they have all the prerequisites, you already have a major security issue.
I know first hand that Microsoft (and almost anyone else) have a call option. If the phone number you have attached to the account is a land line, you get a phone call, and the random security code is dictated to you. (you can request as many repeats as needed) I actually recently migrated my account, and there was an option to either text or call the number on file.
If you don't have any phone number attached to the account, the confirmation code/link is usually sent over the email.
My only option was the telephone (wired) listed with my account. IF there is an option for Microsoft to actually dial that number and converse with me, It was not evident.
I have one other account that insists on a call. The other account telephones me (my phone rings after sending an email), the email contains a number code that I must key in on my phone. That would work here too if the procedure is fully explained before any phone is dialed. It is my opinion (everyone has one and they usually stink) that something similar would work with Microsoft. If they opt for something similar. It IMO needs to be clearly explained before dialing; (Microsoft or anyone else) a telephone (wired or cell) must be answered for verification!!!
Unfortunately; I have come to expect problems whenever a telephone is displayed!!!
My antivirus blocked all messages sent by Microsoft claiming the email was spoofed! If the help folks are calling from home (with their telephone wired or cell) and displaying a Microsoft phone number or account my antivirus will block them. This is a possible problem that too can probably be overcome if completely explained prior to implementation.
@webrosc:
I've tried numerous ways to communicate with Microsoft about this problem. It is not possible!!!
The process is outlined here:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-billing/set-up-a-phone-call-as-your-verification-method-e54d955d-ac82-4741-91e3-dae6c8bb9d98
Also, nobody is going to 'converse' with you as there are no 'folks' on other end. Your phone is dialed by the computer, you pick up, and an automated message like "your microsoft login verification code is ..... dial 1 to repeat". You then type this code into proper field on your PC.
If your antivirus deletes verification emails from Microsoft, you really got to dial its zeal back a notch or two.
Just yesterday I migrated my daughters' account. She already had an MS account, created for XBox Live, but that account has no phone# attached and 2fa on it is off.
I clicked the migrate button.
It sent a 7-letter code to her email, to verify.
Once I typed that in, it noted there is already an MS account associated with the email, and asked me if I want to use it or create new.
I chose to use it and entered the password for that account.
It showed me some info about account asking to make sure it was up to date.
I clicked the 'Complete' button and that was it.
Took about 2 minutes total. No phones involved.
Do anyone knows here what to write in "Password" section after migration?
I tried nearly everything, such as microsoft password and xbox gamertag, but they are all bad. I forgot about my previous Mojang password, but then i requested a password reset, the e-mail was literally nowhere! (NOT in Spam or Junk).
Thank you all for answers.
I'm not the most knowledgeable about these things but... The email notifications that were delivered to me by Microsoft were all blocked by my anti-virus. You might check if that is true for you as well. Minecraft now works, Thank you, Lord!
I can no longer log into the Microsoft Solitaire Collection and I have been unable to solve that problem or find anyone that can or seems to care that is in charge!!!
Given a choice between Minecraft and the Solitaire Collection I'll keep Minecraft.
I wish you good luck.
If I were still active-duty military I'd have stood on my Commander's desk by now. Probably contacted the Wing Commander, and been contemplating everything up to the POTUS.
I tried to find the CEO of Microsoft but cannot find an email address or any way to contact anyone in charge.
Again good luck to you.
Lou
ok, then i will have a look on it
In the MC launcher, there should be a dropdown menu. I think in upper left corner, I am not at my PC now. From that dropdown, you select 'Microsoft' instead of 'Mojang'. Then you login with your MS password. Requesting password reset here (with Mojang still selected) has no effect because there is no longer a Mojang account associated with that email.
lol. 78 but fingers don't shake. worked in tech so ok at changing logins. good luck with your new login.