Get started
See our Quick Start Guide to learn how to bring your shiny new phone to life. You'll be up and running in a snap.
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New phone?
Start here to get your phone set up just the way you want.
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Basics
Find out how to back up your stuff and do other basic tasks.
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People + email
Keep in touch by email, text, Facebook, and more.
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Photos
Snap a photo and share it with the people you care about most.
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Browsing + maps
It's a big world. Internet Explorer and Bing help you find your way.
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Music + videos
Your favorite music, videos, and podcasts are just a tap away.
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Apps + games
All the apps and games to keep you (and your kids) busy.
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Office Mobile
View, edit, and share Office files anywhere, anytime. It's built in.
Spotlight
New in Windows Phone 8
It just keeps getting better and better. See what's new and improved in our latest release.
Get started
All you need to know to get started with Windows Phone 8.
Tips + tricks
Our insider's guide to discovering cool features and getting stuff done more quickly.
How-to videos
Take a tour through Windows Phone 8 with our step-by-step videos.
Support and troubleshooting
Try our support forums, tutorials, and troubleshooting tools.
Common questions
- Which version of Windows Phone do I have?
- How do I get contacts onto my phone?
- Where are my installed apps?
- How do I reinstall apps I've purchased?
- How do I move music, photos, and videos between my computer and my phone?
- What's a Microsoft account and why do I need one?
- How do I update my phone software?
- How can I find my lost phone?
- How do I set up my phone to be kid-friendly?
- How do I switch from Android or iPhone to Windows Phone?
- How can I use my phone for work?
- Where can I get more info about Windows Phone privacy and my choices?
