At the Outlook.com sign-in screen, select “I don’t have any of these” when Microsoft offers to send a code to your landline, then enter security information that you can access now.
Get your email account back
- Try to sign in with your full email address and password.
- When the Verify your identity screen shows the old landline, select I don’t have any of these.
- Follow the instructions to replace the old security information.
- Give Microsoft a phone number or another email address that you can access now.
- Write down any confirmation or reference information shown on the screen.
- Microsoft may require a 30-day wait after all security information is replaced. This is a security measure and cannot be shortened by a support agent. ^1^
If you do not remember the password, use the account recovery option shown during sign-in. Complete the form from a computer or place where you previously used the account, and provide as much information as you remember.
Speak with a Microsoft support person
Open Microsoft’s support page and choose the Personal account section. Select Get Help, describe the problem as:
I cannot sign in to my Outlook.com email because the verification number is a landline. I now have a mobile phone and need help with account recovery.
Continue until Contact Support appears. Depending on availability, Microsoft may offer chat or another support option. ^2^
A support person can explain the recovery process, but cannot send a password-reset link, provide a verification code, or manually change the protected account details. Outlook.com directs users who cannot sign in to the Microsoft account sign-in helper. ^3^
After access is restored
Replace the old landline with a method you can use:
- Open your Microsoft account Security page.
- Select Manage how I sign in.
- Select Add a new way to sign in or verify.
- Add an accessible email address, Microsoft Authenticator, or another option offered.
- Enter the confirmation code and select Next. A mobile-number option might not be offered on every personal account. ^4^
Do not post your email address, password, phone number, or verification codes in this public forum. Microsoft support will never need your password.
References
- Troubleshoot Microsoft verification code issues | Microsoft Support
- Contact Microsoft customer support | Microsoft Support
- How to get support for Outlook.com | Microsoft Support
- Microsoft account security info & verification codes | Microsoft Support