How to Fix ‘The Windows Live ID or Password you Entered Is not Valid’
If you’re getting the error message “The Windows Live ID or Password you Entered Is not Valid” when trying to sign in to your Microsoft account, don’t worry. We’ll show you how to fix it.
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How to Fix ‘The Windows Live ID or Password you Entered Is not Valid’
What Causes the Error?
The Windows Live ID or Password you Entered Is not Valid error message typically occurs when the password associated with your Microsoft account is incorrect. This can happen if you’ve recently changed your password and forgotten what the new password is, or if your account has been hacked and the hacker has changed your password. In either case, you’ll need to reset your password in order to regain access to your account.
If you’re sure that you’re entering the correct password but still seeing this error message, it’s possible that your account has been locked due to too many failed login attempts. This can happen if you or someone else has been trying to guess your password. To unlock your account, you’ll need to go through Microsoft’s account recovery process.
Finally, this error message can also occur if you’re trying to log in to an account that doesn’t exist. Be sure that you’re entering the correct email address or phone number associated with your Microsoft account. If you’re still having trouble, you can contact Microsoft’s customer support team for assistance.
How to Fix the Error
If you see the error message “The Windows Live ID or password you entered is not valid,” there are a few things you can do to fix the issue.
First, check to make sure that you are using the correct email address or phone number. If you’re not sure, you can try entering your Microsoft account ID (usually your email address) and leaving the password field blank. If that doesn’t work, try resetting your password.
If you’re still having trouble, it’s possible that your account has been compromised. In that case, you’ll need to follow the instructions on the Microsoft account security website to secure your account and change your password.
Conclusion
If you’ve been getting the “Windows Live ID or password you entered is not valid” error when trying to sign in to your Microsoft account, there are a few things you can try to fix the issue.
First, make sure that you’re using the correct email address and password. If you’re sure that you’re using the right credentials, then the next step is to reset your password. To do this, go to the Microsoft account password reset page and follow the instructions.
If you’re still having trouble signing in to your account, then you may need to contact Microsoft support for further assistance.
Further Reading
If you’re still having trouble signing in, we recommend checking out our Help Center article on troubleshooting sign in issues. This article covers a range of potential issues and provides step-by-step instructions for resolving them.
If you’re still having trouble after following the steps in the article, please feel free to reach out to our support team for assistance.
