Why does Minecraft Bedrock on PC use your PC System Account to try to sign in and not the...

Hello Georgina, my name is Zahir.

I would assume you are trying to download on a windows pc.

You will have to install the minecraft launcher first.

To play Minecraft: Java Edition, download and install the correct launcher for your operating system. Sign into the Launcher using your Microsoft account, and you will be able to run Java Edition.

To play Minecraft: Bedrock Edition, you will need a device running Windows 10 or 11 to download and install the newest version of the Launcher, within which you can launch and play Minecraft: Bedrock Edition. Sign into the Launcher using your Microsoft account, and you will be able to run Minecraft: Bedrock Edition.

Once you purchased the game from here
https://www.xbox.com/games/store/minecraft-java...
using your Microsoft account and the balance (gift card) redeemed on it

You need to download the game from the Xbox app in your PC. (you need to sign in with the same account on the Xbox app)

Probably you're going to see the Minecraft launcher installed in your PC. You need to sign in with your Microsoft account there as well
And finally minecraft Java and bedrock are going to be unlocked for your account

Minecraft for Windows, as it is, cannot be used on Xbox consoles. However, Minecraft for Windows is essentially Minecraft Bedrock Edition, which is the same edition used on Xbox consoles. That's why, for example, the Realms in Minecraft for Windows are the same as Minecraft Bedrock for Xbox consoles. In contrast, Minecraft Java Edition Realms are exclusive to PC and only accept Java Edition players.

This is why most servers, even if they are third-party, have the same player compatibility system. It's highly likely that the server you're trying to access is intended for the Java version of Minecraft. That's why it doesn't allow you to log in from the Minecraft for Windows (Bedrock) edition, while it does allow access from the Java edition of the game.

It's essential to clarify that "Minecraft for Windows" refers to Minecraft Bedrock, but that's how Mojang decided to name it on the PC platform, which can lead to confusion.

I hope this explanation clarifies things for you. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, please feel free to ask.

Hi Terra, I hope you're doing great out there. I am an Independent advisor and I am here to help you in regard to your concern.

Make sure that you're signed in under the correct account, Terra. Also, if you own the Minecraft Bedrock Edition for PC, you should be able to get the free bundle. Can you please sign in to this link using the account where the Minecraft Bedrock Edition for PC was purchased?

https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/minecraf...

You should have an option to "Get" the game for free.

Hello Daniel Glays,

We appreciate for your patience.

Based on additional research, if you bought Minecraft Java and Bedrock together but can only play Minecraft for Windows, it may be due to family sharing. If you are playing Minecraft for Windows through family sharing, you may not be able to access Minecraft: Java Edition without buying on this account.



You can also try signing out on Microsoft Store App, Xbox App, as well as Minecraft launcher then sign back in.

Or, try to validate first if the transaction is successful. Please sign in to Microsoft account | Order history and check if you can see the order from there stated as “completed”. Once confirmed sign out on Microsoft Store App, Xbox App, as well as Minecraft launcher then sign back in.

Here are some helpful links for you to check.

• Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition for PC Standard Edition
  
• Java & Bedrock Edition for PC is out on June 7 | Minecraft
  

We are looking forward to your response.

We will be glad to follow up and help you.



Sincerely,



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