How to Redeem Xbox Live Gold Code on the Modern Xbox Dashboard (Series X|S / One)

The "new dashboard" (Xbox One/Series X|S UI, 2020+) uses the same redemption flow:

1. Sign in to the target account.
2. Press Xbox button () → navigate to Store (shopping bag icon).
3. Select "Redeem code" (or "Use a code") — usually top-right or under "Account" submenu.
4. Enter the 25-character code (XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX).
5. Confirm → "Success! Your subscription is active."

Alternative Methods

• Xbox App (iOS/Android/PC): Profile → Settings → Redeem Code.
• Web: redeem.microsoft.com → sign in → enter code.
• Voice: "Hey Cortana / Xbox, redeem code" (if enabled).

Notes

• Xbox Live Gold → Game Pass Core (Sept 2023): Codes still work; they convert to Core time (1:1 for 12/3 mo, pro-rated for 1 mo).
• Game Pass Ultimate Conversion: If you have GPU active, Gold codes convert at a reduced ratio (e.g., 12 mo Gold = 4 mo GPU). Check conversion table.
• Region Lock: Code region must match account billing region.
• Internet Required: For validation.

If error: "Code not found" / "Already redeemed" → contact Xbox Support with receipt/code photo.