Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
Microsoft for Startups LinkedIn verification fails with BadRequest (Conflict) - Azure support case was misrouted
I am trying to sign up for Microsoft for Startups (Founders Hub), but the LinkedIn verification step always fails. After I authorize on LinkedIn, the callback at startupsweb.production.portalrp.azure.com/api/auth/linkedin/callback…
Azure | Azure Startups
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Inneedofhelp
I am 76 years old am not computer savvy. Do I still have Microsoft 365 and if not what should I do?
Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For home | Windows
Processes in Microsoft 365 for setting up Office apps, redeeming product keys, and activating licenses.
Microsoft Rewards - Lazada Gift Card Claim Link Broken for Months (Vendor Page Unavailable)
Hello, I need urgent help from a Microsoft Microsoft Rewards specialist/moderator. I redeemed a Lazada Gift Card ฿250 on Nov 25, 2025 The redemption URL provided (shopmygiftcards.com) has been completely broken and shows "Temporarily…
Bing | Microsoft Rewards
A program that grants points for using Bing search, which users can redeem for gift cards, sweepstakes entries, or charitable donations.
That image can't be generated due to Microsoft's code of conduct???
I uploaded a family photo from the 1940's wanting to colorize it. It processed the uploaded photo and got to finishing the last details and it stopped and gave this message. "That image can't be generated due to Microsoft's code of conduct. Please…
Microsoft Copilot | Microsoft 365 Copilot | Development
Building and customizing solutions using Microsoft 365 Copilot APIs and tools
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Why do I have Authenticator if you won’t allow me to use it to authenticate
My Xbox won’t let me login as me. I have instant sign on on not only do have instant sign on on, but I have Microsoft authenticator and it won’t allow me to use another device. Why the fuck do I have Microsoft authenticator if I’m not allowed to use it…
Microsoft Security | Microsoft Authenticator
A Microsoft app for iOS and Android devices that enables authentication with two-factor verification, phone sign-in, and code generation
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Subscription for Trend Micro VPN purchased through Microsoft not recongnised
Monthly subscription for Trend Micro VPN purchased through Microsoft worked for first month. Microsoft & credit card show auto renewal occured start of 2nd month. VPN app showed subscription expired. Trend Micro assisted with remote help, advised to…
Microsoft Partner Center | Other
Other features or issues related to Microsoft Partner Center
microsoft access challenge
I have an active microsoft account but cannot access it.
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | Other
Microsoft 365 features that help users manage their subscriptions, account settings, and billing information.
Basic Public Trust profile quota remains reached after successful deletion; resource returns ResourceNotFound
My Azure Artifact Signing account is on Basic in East US. I deleted its only Public Trust certificate profile, DanielPublicTrust, to replace it with MVGPublicTrust using our completed organization identity validation. The deletion succeeded. The portal…
Artifact Signing
A fully managed end-to-end service for digitally signing code, documents, and applications. (formerly Trusted Signing)
Verify Identity of Microsoft rep.
I received a Firewall Alert and called the tel. no. listed. I spoke to a guy who claimed to be Jason Norman, Micro ID MCT1026. Please verify that Jason is a legitimate rep for Microsoft. Thanks, Gregory Gillis
Microsoft Security | Microsoft Defender | Microsoft Defender for Identity
A security solution that detects identity-based threats and suspicious activities in on-premises Active Directory environments
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excel quit working
I have a subscription to Excell that is due to renew Nov 2026. Excel quit functioning with a message about detecting a one time license.
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | Other
Microsoft 365 features that help users manage their subscriptions, account settings, and billing information.
Microsoft Gift Card Redemption Security Verification Loop ("Switch account and rescan QR code")
Hi, I am posting here because I am unable to resolve a verification deadlock through the standard Microsoft rewards support form, and when I reply to my existing ticket they never answer. The Technical Issue: When attempting to redeem points for a…
Bing | Microsoft Rewards
A program that grants points for using Bing search, which users can redeem for gift cards, sweepstakes entries, or charitable donations.
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Microsoft TSS.zip: TSS_SHA.psm1 Digital Signature Verification Fails (HashMismatch)
Title: Microsoft TSS.zip - TSS_SHA.psm1 fails Authenticode verification (HashMismatch) Hello, I downloaded the Microsoft TroubleShootingScript Toolset (TSS) on October 28, 2026, using the official Microsoft download link: https://aka.ms/getTSS Before…
Artifact Signing
A fully managed end-to-end service for digitally signing code, documents, and applications. (formerly Trusted Signing)
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Endless loop of Authenticator app asking for a code from itself
When trying to add a Microsoft account to my Authenticator app it asks me for a code from my Authenticator app which I can’t get because I haven’t yet created the account that it is asking the code for. How does that make any sense?! It enters an endless…
Microsoft Security | Microsoft Authenticator
A Microsoft app for iOS and Android devices that enables authentication with two-factor verification, phone sign-in, and code generation
How do I insert Azure DevOps parameters inline
I've read through this article regarding test parameters and I think it could be a very helpful tool. My only issue with it is it creates additional clutter. Is there a way to have the value of the parameter displayed instead of the parameter…
Azure DevOps
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I have updated my subscription to Microsoft 365 Premium and cannot see copilot in outlook
I have the Mac version and cannot see copilot. I have confirmed the latest version of outlook. I can see copilot in word and excel.
Microsoft Copilot | Microsoft 365 Copilot | Development
Building and customizing solutions using Microsoft 365 Copilot APIs and tools
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Windows 11 Home: S4U scheduled tasks and batch logon rights for a local standard account
I'm evaluating a disposable, keyless feasibility test on Windows 11 Home using a dedicated local standard user account and Windows Task Scheduler. Before making any system changes, I would appreciate clarification on the following Windows behaviors: 1.…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
Attempted 2-step Authenticator request from unknown locations
I am getting multiple 2-step Authenticator requests a day from multiple locations that is not me. Worried my information is at risk. Please advise!
Microsoft Security | Microsoft Authenticator
A Microsoft app for iOS and Android devices that enables authentication with two-factor verification, phone sign-in, and code generation
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Is it allowed to distill Deepseek on https://ai.azure.com/?
Hello, Is it allowed to distill Deepseek hosted on Azure? On other platforms, open-source LLM distillation is often allowed but I want to be sure for Azure. Thank you
Foundry Models
A catalog of AI models in Microsoft Foundry that you can discover, compare, and deploy using Azure’s built‑in tools for evaluation, fine‑tuning, and inference
Unable to Access Microsoft Student Community Channels After Joining Discord
I have joined the Microsoft Student Community on Discord and successfully connected my GitHub account. I have also received the Student Ambassadors Program and General Student Offers roles. However, I am unable to find or access the relevant channels in…
Community Center | Not monitored
Tag not monitored by Microsoft.
Azure App Service Windows .NET Framework 4.8 returns phpVersion 5.6 although PHP is not configured – security exposure and supported remediation?
Hello Microsoft App Service Team, We are investigating a security concern affecting multiple Azure App Service (Windows) applications that host.NET Framework / ASP.NET 4.8 workloads. These applications do not use PHP, and PHP is not explicitly configured…
Azure App Service
Azure App Service is a service used to create and deploy scalable, mission-critical web apps.
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