If you’re getting a “Too many requests” error when trying to access or use a Microsoft account, it typically means that the service has temporarily blocked your IP address or account from making more requests. This is a rate-limiting measure to prevent abuse or potential bot activity.
Common Scenarios:
- Logging in repeatedly with wrong credentials
- Trying to verify your account too many times
- Sending multiple password reset requests
- Signing in from multiple locations or devices in a short time
- Using scripts or automation (even browser extensions)
How to fix it:
1. Wait It Out
- Most common fix. Microsoft usually lifts the block after 15 minutes to 24 hours.
- Don’t keep retrying during this time—it could extend the block.
2. Use a Different Network
- Switch from Wi-Fi to mobile data (or vice versa)
- Try a VPN if available (but use with caution, as VPNs may also be flagged)
3. Clear Browser Cache & Cookies
- This ensures no stuck session tokens are causing repeated request issues.
4. Use a Different Browser or Incognito Mode
- Useful to bypass stored sessions or extensions causing issues.
5. Try to login with another login method.
- Use your face, fingerprint, PIN or security key.
6. Check for Automation Tools or Extensions
- Disable browser extensions like password managers, ad blockers, or bots.
- These sometimes send repeated background requests.
7. Check Microsoft’s Service Status
- Visit https://status.microsoft.com/ to make sure it’s not a broader outage.
8. Contact Microsoft Support
- If you’re locked out of your account and the block persists, go to:
If you can share when the error started and what you were doing before it occurred (e.g., password reset, login attempt), I can give more specific guidance.
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FAQ’s:
How can I contact Microsoft Support if I am unable to access my account due to this error?
If you remain locked out and the block continues, you should visit https://support.microsoft.com/account-billing for assistance or use the provided contact link to reach Microsoft Support.
What steps can I take to resolve the ‘Too many requests’ error?
You can resolve the error by waiting for the block to be lifted, switching to a different network such as mobile data or a VPN, clearing your browser’s cache and cookies, using a different browser or incognito mode, trying to log in with an alternative method like fingerprint or security key, disabling automation tools or extensions, checking Microsoft’s service status, or contacting Microsoft Support if the block persists.
How long should I wait before trying to access my Microsoft account again after encountering this error?
It is recommended to wait between 15 minutes to 24 hours, as Microsoft typically lifts the block within this period; during this time, avoid retrying to prevent extending the block.
What are common scenarios that trigger the ‘Too many requests’ error?
This error often occurs after repeatedly trying to log in with incorrect credentials, verifying your account excessively, sending multiple password reset requests, signing in from multiple locations or devices in a short period, or using automation tools or browser extensions.
What does the ‘Too many requests’ error mean when using a Microsoft account?
The ‘Too many requests’ error indicates that Microsoft has temporarily blocked your IP address or account from making further requests, usually as part of a rate-limiting system to prevent abuse or bot activity.