aka.ms links directory
Here are some of the most-searched aka.ms links and what each is for. Every one forwards to an official Microsoft page; always confirm the address ends in microsoft.com before signing in.
| Link | What it is for |
|---|---|
| aka.ms/remoteconnect | Sign in to a Microsoft account for Minecraft cross-platform play. Full guide → |
| aka.ms/authapp | Download the Microsoft Authenticator app. Full guide → |
| aka.ms/mfasetup | Set up extra security verification (two-step / MFA) on your Microsoft account. Full guide → |
| aka.ms/recoverykey | Find a BitLocker recovery key saved to your Microsoft account. Full guide → |
| aka.ms/accountsecurity | Open your Microsoft account security page to review sign-in and security info. |
| aka.ms/yourpc / aka.ms/linkphone | Set up Phone Link / Link to Windows to connect your phone and PC. |
| aka.ms/mysecurityinfo | Manage the phone numbers, emails and apps used to verify your identity. |
Looking for one that is not listed? The safest move is to open the link and read the official Microsoft page it lands on. Learn how to use an aka.ms link.
Frequently asked questions
Do these links ever change?
Microsoft occasionally updates where a link points, but the purpose stays the same. The page you land on (ending in microsoft.com) is always the source of truth.