Creating family accounts with existing Xbox live gold accounts

Discus and support Creating family accounts with existing Xbox live gold accounts in XBoX on Consoles to solve the problem; We recently found out that we can buy 1 Xbox live gold and share the membership amongst all in the family (my husband has the master account but not... Discussion in 'XBoX on Consoles' started by MsTheGamer290, Feb 4, 2018.

  1. MsTheGamer290
    MsTheGamer290 Guest

    Creating family accounts with existing Xbox live gold accounts


    We recently found out that we can buy 1 Xbox live gold and share the membership amongst all in the family (my husband has the master account but not currently on family). From what we have read we have to create new accounts to make our family of 4 to become
    a family on Xbox one. 3 of the accounts have used (and paid individual cost of gold = $59.95 x 3). Do we need to set up a new master account? Or how can we create a family account under the existing master? If others that have Xbox gold live on there accounts,
    will they lose all their credits, accomplishments, and full or remaining value of the Xbox live gold or would it all merge?

    :)
     
    MsTheGamer290, Feb 4, 2018
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  2. xboxfelix
    xboxfelix Guest
    How to Join Xbox LIVE

    This is the final step before you start enjoying the most amazing entertainment experience on Xbox LIVE.

    The process is free and easy to follow.

    You only require an valid email address and a high-speed internet connection.

    There are two Membership levels available: Free and Gold. You can read more about what you get with each membership level.

    Before proceeding, confirm the following:

    If you have a Zune or Games for Windows LIVE account, it means you already have an Xbox LIVE account! All you have to do is to download the account to your Xbox 360 console, sign in and start enjoying the Xbox LIVE experience.

    If you have a Microsoft account, you can use it for your Xbox LIVE account.
    Note: "Microsoft account" refers to what was formerly "Windows Live ID". It is the email address and password you need to sign into Microsoft services (including Xbox LIVE).

    This means that if you already have a Messenger or Hotmail account, you automatically have a Microsoft account.

    So, during registration for Xbox LIVE, if you are asked for an email address, enter your Microsoft account.

    If you don't have a Microsoft account, you can sign up for a free account on your computer, or during the signing in process for Xbox LIVE.

    If you decide to go for Gold Membership, you should have your credit card information ready before proceeding with the process of signing up for Xbox LIVE.

    Steps to follow

    1) On your controller, press Guide then select Join Xbox LIVE.

    2) Follow the instructions on the screen on how to sign up for Xbox LIVE.

    Note: Make sure that you enter your correct date of birth when signing up. This will be used to determine whether you get a child account or an adult account. Once the account is created, you cannot change the date of birth.

    Join Xbox LIVE Gold Family Pack

    With the Xbox LIVE Gold Family Pack, your family is given four 12-month Gold Memberships for less than the price of two. If you are interested, just select Family Gold on the Subscription selection screen.

    No option for Gold Family Pack?

    You might be using a child account, or the Gold Family Pack does not apply to your region.

    Here is a list of countries that have access to the Gold Family Pack:
    • Australia
    • Canada
    • United States
    • United Kingdom
    • Germany
    • France
    • New Zealand
    • Japan
    • Mexico
     
    xboxfelix, Feb 4, 2018
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  3. Professor THz
    Professor THz Guest
    Renew Xbox Live Gold Family with 12 month Live Subscription Gold Card(s)?

    I would like to renew my Xbox Live Gold Family membership with cards purchased at a local electronics store as I have alot of store credits to use there. Can I renew the family membership for a year with two of the single-account 12-month Live Subscription
    Gold Cards? If so is the process straightforward on an existing account? I know new family accounts convert existing single-account months at a 2:1 rate but I see no reference to this for existing accounts.
     
    Professor THz, Feb 4, 2018
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  4. Mister Cizl
    Mister Cizl Guest

    Creating family accounts with existing Xbox live gold accounts

    Hey MsTheGamer290! To share Xbox Live Gold you will want the master account to set the family's Xbox console as their Home Console. This will allow all users that play on that Xbox to utilize Xbox Live Gold features and games owned by the master account.
    For more information on home consoles and Gold sharing, please check out the "Using Xbox Live Gold sharing features on Xbox One" page. Thanks!
     
    Mister Cizl, Mar 8, 2018
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  5. Mister Cizl Win User

    Creating family accounts with existing Xbox live gold accounts

    Hey MsTheGamer290! To share Xbox Live Gold you will want the master account to set the family's Xbox console as their Home Console. This will allow all users that play on that Xbox to utilize Xbox Live Gold features and games owned by the master account.
    For more information on home consoles and Gold sharing, please check out the "Using Xbox Live Gold sharing features on Xbox One" page. Thanks!
  6. ngocphi Win User

    Merging XBOX live account with family account

    yes the master account must add his account via the main console that created the family plan



    Add someone to a Gold Family Pack

    Notes

    • Only the primary account can add a member (secondary account) to a Gold Family Pack. If you’re adding an existing account, you’ll need the Microsoft account and password of the account that you’re adding.
    • If the account that you want to add to your Family Pack is not stored on your console, you’ll need to

      download the Xbox LIVE gamertag      .
    • Existing Xbox LIVE accounts keep all Microsoft Points and gamerscores when you add them to the Gold Family Pack.
    Console steps: Add someone to a Gold Family Pack

    1. On your console, sign into Xbox LIVE with the primary account for the Gold Family Pack.
    2. Go to Settings, and then select Family.

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    1. Select Add Family Member.

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      1. Under Your Gold Family Pack, select Available: Add Gold Family Member.
    Note If you don’t see an ‘Available’ member, you may need to remove a member before adding a new member. The Gold Family Pack can have three secondary members.

    1. Do one of the following:
    • Select an existing gamertag on your console.
    • Select Create New Profile.

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    1. Follow the on-screen instructions.
    • If you’re adding an existing Xbox LIVE account to your Family Pack, you’ll need the Microsoft account and password for this account.
    • If you’re creating a new Xbox LIVE account, you’ll need a Microsoft account. If you don't have one,
      sign up for a free account on your computer or a Microsoft account will be created for you during the sign up process.
    1. Complete the on-screen steps to add the member to the Gold Family Pack.
  7. IIII Modz IIII Win User

    Family Pack question

    Hello there,

    As far as I know you can purchase a family pack with a Visa Card.

    2nd.In total you can add 4 account to the family pack.

    Whoever purchases the pack will be the primary account.

    After purchasing it, the primary account can add 3 more account to the pack.

    .

    Only the primary account can add a member (secondary account) to a Gold Family Pack. If you’re adding an existing account, you’ll need the Microsoft account and password of the account that you’re adding.

    .

    If the account that you want to add to your Family Pack is not stored on your console, you’ll need to

    download the Xbox LIVE gamertag    .

    .

    Existing Xbox LIVE accounts keep all Microsoft Points and gamerscores when you add them to the Gold Family Pack.

    .

    Console steps: Add someone to a Gold Family Pack

      1. On your console, sign into Xbox LIVE with the primary account for the Gold Family Pack.

    1. Go to Settings, and then select Family.

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    1. Select Add Family Member.

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      1. Under Your Gold Family Pack, select Available: Add Gold Family Member.
    Note If you don’t see an ‘Available’ member, you may need to remove a member before adding a new member. The Gold Family Pack can have three secondary members.

    1. Do one of the following:
    • Select an existing gamertag on your console.
    • Select Create New Profile.

    [table][tr][td][​IMG][/td][/tr][/table]

    1. Follow the on-screen instructions.
      • If you’re adding an existing Xbox LIVE account to your Family Pack, you’ll need the Microsoft account and password for this account.

    • If you’re creating a new Xbox LIVE account, you’ll need a Microsoft account. If you don't have one,
      sign up for a free account on your computer or a Microsoft account will be created for you during the sign up process.
    1. Complete the on-screen steps to add the member to the Gold Family Pack.
    If you receive an error while adding a member to the Gold Family Pack, see
    Troubleshooting Gold Family Pack     for more information.

    Notes

    • Once an account is added to the Gold Family pack, the secondary account becomes parentally controlled by the primary account. This change can limit the types of content an account can purchase or download on Xbox LIVE.
    • The final screen explains how existing Gold membership time is added to the Gold Family Pack. The Gold Family Pack receives one month of additional membership time for every two months of remaining Xbox LIVE Gold time. For example, if the secondary account
      has six months remaining on their Xbox LIVE Gold Membership, three months are added to the Gold Family Pack membership.
    Computer steps: Add someone to a Gold Family Pack

    1. Go to the Family Center.
    2. Click Add Family Member
    3. Enter the email address for the family member’s Microsoft account. If you don’t know a family member’s Microsoft account, see

      Find your Microsoft account or password       for help.
    4. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter their Microsoft account password and add them to the family.
    Note If you created a new Xbox LIVE account using the above computer steps, you’ll need to download this account to your Xbox 360 console. For information on how to do this, see

    Move, delete, or download your Xbox LIVE gamertag
  8. Killn The Drama Win User

    Merging current xbox live accounts into family pack

    Add someone to a Gold Family Pack

    Notes

    • Only the primary account can add a member (secondary account) to a Gold Family Pack. If you’re adding an existing account, you’ll need the Windows Live ID and password of the account that you’re adding.
    • If the account that you want to add to your Family Pack is not stored on your console, you’ll need to

      download the Xbox LIVE gamertag      .
    • Existing Xbox LIVE accounts keep all Microsoft Points and gamerscores when you add them to the Gold Family Pack.
    Console steps: Add someone to a Gold Family Pack

      1. On your console, sign into Xbox LIVE with the primary account for the Gold Family Pack.

    1. Go to Settings, and then select Family.

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    1. Select Add Family Member.

    [table][tr][td][​IMG][/td][/tr][/table]

      1. Under Your Gold Family Pack, select Available: Add Gold Family Member.
    Note If you don’t see an ‘Available’ member, you may need to remove a member before adding a new member. The Gold Family Pack can have three secondary members.

    1. Do one of the following:
    • Select an existing gamertag on your console.
    • Select Create New Profile.

    [table][tr][td][​IMG][/td][/tr][/table]

    1. Follow the on-screen instructions.
      • If you’re adding an existing Xbox LIVE account to your Family Pack, you’ll need the Windows Live ID and password for this account.

    • If you’re creating a new Xbox LIVE account, you’ll need a Windows Live ID. If you don't have one,
      sign up for a free Windows Live account on your computer or a Windows Live ID will be created for you during the sign up process.
    1. Complete the on-screen steps to add the member to the Gold Family Pack.
    If you receive an error while adding a member to the Gold Family Pack, see
    Troubleshooting Gold Family Pack     for more information.

    Notes

    • Once an account is added to the Gold Family pack, the secondary account becomes parentally controlled by the primary account. This change can limit the types of content an account can purchase or download on Xbox LIVE.
    • The final screen explains how existing Gold membership time is added to the Gold Family Pack. The Gold Family Pack receives one month of additional membership time for every two months of remaining Xbox LIVE Gold time. For example, if the secondary account
      has six months remaining on their Xbox LIVE Gold Membership, three months are added to the Gold Family Pack membership.
    Computer steps: Add someone to a Gold Family Pack

    1. Go to the Family Center.
    2. Click Add Family Member
    3. Enter the email address for the family member’s Windows Live ID. If you don’t know a family member’s Windows Live ID, see

      Manage your Windows Live ID       for help.
    4. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter their Windows Live ID password and add them to the family.
    Note If you created a new Xbox LIVE account using the above computer steps, you’ll need to download this account to your Xbox 360 console. For information on how to do this, see

    Move, delete, or download your Xbox LIVE gamertag    .
  9. iNb4 Ownage Win User

    Gold family pack

    Hey there TWM. Please review this article on how to add/remove Gold Family Pack Members. >

    support.xbox.com/.../managing-family-members Thanks! :)



    Notes

    • Only the primary account can add a member (secondary account) to a Gold Family Pack. If you’re adding an existing account, you’ll need the Microsoft account and password of the account that you’re adding.
    • If the account that you want to add to your Family Pack is not stored on your console, you’ll need to download the Xbox LIVE gamertag.
    • Existing Xbox LIVE accounts keep all Microsoft Points and gamerscores when you add them to the Gold Family Pack.
    Console steps: Add someone to a Gold Family Pack

      1. On your console, sign into Xbox LIVE with the primary account for the Gold Family Pack.

    1. Go to Settings, and then select Family.

    [table][tr][td][​IMG][/td][/tr][/table]

    1. Select Add Family Member.

    [table][tr][td][​IMG][/td][/tr][/table]

      1. Under Your Gold Family Pack, select Available: Add Gold Family Member.
    Note If you don’t see an ‘Available’ member, you may need to remove a member before adding a new member. The Gold Family Pack can have three secondary members.

    1. Do one of the following:
    • Select an existing gamertag on your console.
    • Select Create New Profile.

    [table][tr][td][​IMG][/td][/tr][/table]

    1. Follow the on-screen instructions.
      • If you’re adding an existing Xbox LIVE account to your Family Pack, you’ll need the Microsoft account and password for this account.

    • If you’re creating a new Xbox LIVE account, you’ll need a Microsoft account. If you don't have one, sign up for a free account on your computer or a Microsoft account will be created for you during the
      sign up process.
    1. Complete the on-screen steps to add the member to the Gold Family Pack.
    If you receive an error while adding a member to the Gold Family Pack, see Troubleshooting Gold Family Pack for more information.

    Notes

    • Once an account is added to the Gold Family pack, the secondary account becomes parentally controlled by the primary account. This change can limit the types of content an account can purchase or download on Xbox LIVE.
    • The final screen explains how existing Gold membership time is added to the Gold Family Pack. The Gold Family Pack receives one month of additional membership time for every two months of remaining Xbox LIVE Gold time. For example, if the secondary account
      has six months remaining on their Xbox LIVE Gold Membership, three months are added to the Gold Family Pack membership.
    Computer steps: Add someone to a Gold Family Pack

    1. Go to the Family Center.
    2. Click Add Family Member
    3. Enter the email address for the family member’s Microsoft account. If you don’t know a family member’s Microsoft account, see Find your
      Microsoft account or password       for help.
    4. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter their Microsoft account password and add them to the family.
    Note If you created a new Xbox LIVE account using the above computer steps, you’ll need to download this account to your Xbox 360 console. For information on how to do this, see Move,
    delete, or download your Xbox LIVE gamertag    .
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