How to change a 2nd Email that is required as a security check when I log in.

Byff Arlington 225 Reputation points
2025-10-21T18:06:06.4333333+00:00

I have two ways of confirming my identity when signing in. One is by messaging my mobile phone and the other is by sending a link to my gmail account. My gmail account has changed but going into my profile or settings did Not enable me to delete the old gmail and update the new gmail account.
Would someone tell me how to do this? Thank you.

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Security and privacy
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JC 8,245 Reputation points Independent Advisor
2025-10-21T18:48:50.2266667+00:00

Hello,

To change your recovery email you’ll need to open your account security details.

https://account.microsoft.com/security

After getting into security go to “Advanced Security Options” in there you’ll find your recovery addresses and phone numbers.

Here’s a youtube video you can follow as a guide. Skip to the 1:10 minute mark to get to the part where they show how to get into the security page.

What Is My Microsoft Account Recovery Email? - YouTube

Hope this helps,

JC

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  1. Byff Arlington 225 Reputation points
    2025-10-21T22:34:14.0333333+00:00

    That did the trick. Thank you.

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