I missed the opportunity to migrate my 2nd MC java account

Lincoln Unger · Apr 10, 2025 at 5:52 PM

Hi all, I typically play java on my main account and play bedrock on my 2nd minecraft account. I migrated my main account but forgot completely to do so on my second, I know its about 2 years late now, but I am needing to use my said second account to play java edition, but it is saying I need to buy it again presumably because I didn't migrate. Is there any way to recover this or do I really have to spend money I've already spent to get it again, if so that's a huge scam. Please let me know if there are any workarounds. I can't afford to buy it again right now

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Mario.H.P.

Hello, Lincoln! My name is Mario and I welcome you to the Microsoft Xbox Community!

I can understand your concern and please don't worry I am here to help you.

Unfortunately, Minecraft has set a deadline of 2023 to migrate your account as this feature is currently unavailable.

In the following link you can contact Minecraft support to receive specialized help and guidance on the subject:

https://help.minecraft.net/hc/en-us/request/new?ticket_form_id=360001225811

Please note that the above link does not belong to an official Microsoft site, the information provided appears to be real and truthful. I recommend you to be cautious for any ads.

Please keep in mind that this is a public forum. I am an Xbox gamer like you and I am happy to help you with my knowledge. Unfortunately, I am unable to access your internal account information.

Alfie Rose

same i got mc java in 2020 then bedrock for pc in 2021 both before i migrated. then i merged accounts and still havent got it. my mc java name is theslowsloth20 plz dont use my real name.

Gerardo CG

Hi there Ran, my name is Gerardo, and I'm an Xbox player, just like you. I'll be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.

Please keep in mind that is not possible to sign in to Mojang with a Microsoft account, especially if you have not gone through the migration process. You can only sign in with Microsoft after migrating the account, which is not the case for you.

I assume you are trying to follow the procedure outlined in the following link:

https://help.minecraft.net/hc/articles/19615552270221

If you are unable to follow the procedure and cannot log in with your Mojang account to initiate the process, you will need to contact Mojang Support for assistance using the following link:

https://help.minecraft.net/hc/requests/new

Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

It is important to select "Migration Support" as the question category and specify in the details section that you cannot begin the migration process because you cannot log in with your Mojang account on the Minecraft website. They manage those accounts before the migration, and only they will be able to assist you.

Thanks for your understanding and I wish you good luck.

Best regards.

Mija-522

Did I had to migrate my account if it was bought through Microsoft store and made through Microsoft in first place, java edition?

SmartLace1968

Hi there! This is Virginia O.

I understand that you need help with the recover of your old Minecraft account that missed the migration period.

I apologize for the inconvenienced this has caused you. I will do my best to help you.

To set your expectations properly, in your case that you missed the migration period it means you no longer have access to your Java Edition account or Minecraft: Java Edition. And if you wish to continue playing Minecraft, you will have to buy Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition using a Microsoft account.

For your reference about what happens to the accounts that missed the migration, please open this link: https://help.minecraft.net/hc/en-us/articles/19...

Thank you for your cooperation.

I missed the opportunity to migrate my 2nd MC java account