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However, you have to log in first before you can make changes. Hackers often leave the credentials as they are, so they can stay undetected by the user. If you have seen some suspicious activities on your email, the first thing you should do is change the password. NOTE: Microsoft is well-aware of the Hotmail security issues, which is why you can set it to prompt you to change your password every 72 days. That could help prevent any future attacks. Microsoft has a built-in feature that locks suspicious accounts automatically.

If an attacker had access to your username and password, they may have access to any other accounts where you used that account. Just to be safe, you should change your passwords on those other sites as well. Take a look at our tips in Help protect your Microsoft account. Adding additional security contact info can make it easier to recover your account if someone else takes control of it, or you forget your password.

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