How can I add my phone number to my profile?

Hello Jonathan,



Greetings!



Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.



It seems that you're having challenges in adding a phone number to your Microsoft profile. We will help you get this done by providing the necessary steps to resolve your concern.

If we may ask, what is the error message you've got after you entered the password? Did you try clearing cache and cookies of your browser and try adding the phone number again?

To add security information to your Microsoft account, follow these steps:

1. Go to Microsoft account dashboard and sign in to your Microsoft account.
   
2. Select Security and then choose Update my info.
   
3. Sign in again if prompted, and then select Add security info.
   
4. Choose to add a new phone number or email address, provide the necessary details, and select Next
   

For your reference, see: Microsoft account security info & verification codes - Microsoft Support

We look forward to your response. Kindly let us know, if there is any misunderstanding or clarifications of our description by sending us a reply.



Sincerely,

Hello Jonathan,



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Respectfully,

Hi Pieter! My name is Darhyl and I’d be more than happy to help you with your query.

I'm sorry you are experiencing this with your Microsoft Rewards.

According to Independent Advisor Adeyemi Olayemi Samuel: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us...an-alias/904a08da-bafa-48a0-8c74-57df877e1787

"Kindly try to perform the following workarounds using the same phone number:

> Sign into your Microsoft account at account.microsoft.com
> Click on "Your info" at the top of the page, then select "Manage how you sign into Microsoft" from the left-hand menu.
> Click on "Add email or phone number" and select "Add a phone number".
> Enter your phone number and follow the prompts to verify it.

If you're still having trouble adding the phone number as an alias, it could be due to the phone number you're trying to add is already associated with another Microsoft account.

I have also experienced the same issue before. In this case, you'll need to use a different/new phone number from your own number that has not been associated with any Microsoft account yet.

If you continue to have trouble adding a phone number as an alias, you may want to contact Microsoft support for further assistance:

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/contactus "

Also, avoid VoIP phone numbers: If you were using a VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) phone number previously, consider switching to a traditional mobile or landline number. Sometimes, VoIP numbers may not be recognized or accepted during the verification process.

Choose the call option: During the verification process, you have the choice between receiving a text message or a phone call for the verification code. If the text message option is not working, select the call option and enter your home phone number.

Thank you for your kindness and understanding! Please let me know if you require further assistance.

Best regards,
Darhyl

I have no idea how this forum works but I need help and I can't find a direct phone number. My problem: I purshased an add on for my Zumba game. Three times there was an error but I still received an email confirming my purshase. 1. The add on never worked
and 2. I was charged three times on my Visa card. Is there a phone number that I can get direct support? Thank you

Hi there! My name is Darhyl and I’d be more than happy to help you with your query.

I'm sorry you are experiencing this with your Microsoft Rewards.

According to Independent Advisor Adeyemi Olayemi Samuel: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us...an-alias/904a08da-bafa-48a0-8c74-57df877e1787

"Kindly try to perform the following workarounds using the same phone number:

> Sign into your Microsoft account at account.microsoft.com
> Click on "Your info" at the top of the page, then select "Manage how you sign into Microsoft" from the left-hand menu.
> Click on "Add email or phone number" and select "Add a phone number".
> Enter your phone number and follow the prompts to verify it.

If you're still having trouble adding the phone number as an alias, it could be due to the phone number you're trying to add is already associated with another Microsoft account.

I have also experienced the same issue before. In this case, you'll need to use a different/new phone number from your own number that has not been associated to any Microsoft account yet.

If you continue to have trouble adding a phone number as an alias, you may want to contact Microsoft support for further assistance:

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/contactus "

Also, avoid VoIP phone numbers: If you were using a VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) phone number previously, consider switching to a traditional mobile or landline number. Sometimes, VoIP numbers may not be recognized or accepted during the verification process.

Choose the call option: During the verification process, you have the choice between receiving a text message or a phone call for the verification code. If the text message option is not working, select the call option and enter your home phone number.

Thank you for your kindness and understanding! Please let me know if you require further assistance.

Best regards,
Darhyl