To remove your Xbox account from your Windows PC, follow these clear, step-by-step instructions. This process disconnects your Xbox profile from the device but does not delete your account or data online. If you want to delete the account permanently, you’ll need to do so through your Microsoft account settings.
- Open Settings. Click on the Start menu (Windows icon) and select the gear icon to open the Settings app. Alternatively, press Windows + I on your keyboard for quick access.
- Access Accounts Settings. In the Settings window, click on the “Accounts” option. This area manages your email, sign-in options, and linked accounts, including Xbox.
- Navigate to “Your Info” or “Email & Accounts”. Depending on your Windows version, look for either “Your Info” or “Email & Accounts” in the left menu. Click on it to find linked accounts.
- Find the Xbox account linked to your Windows. Under “Accounts used by other apps” or similar sections, locate your Xbox account. It might be listed as “Xbox” or with your Microsoft account email.
- Remove the Xbox account. Select the Xbox account listing, then click the “Remove” button. Confirm your choice when prompted. This action disconnects the Xbox account from Windows but does not delete the online profile.
- Sign out from the Xbox app (if needed). If you also use the Xbox app, open it, go to “Settings,” and sign out of your account to ensure full disconnection.
- Check for residual links. To verify removal, open the Xbox app or Microsoft Store, sign out if necessary, and ensure the Xbox account no longer appears in your account settings.
Keep in mind that some residual cache or linked services might still show your Xbox account. Restarting your PC or clearing app caches can help ensure complete disconnection. Remember, removing your Xbox account from Windows does not delete or cancel your online Xbox profile or data; it only unlinks it from that specific device.
