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How to create a Microsoft Windows developer account for my Vimeo OTT XBox app

This feature is available as an add-on with an Enterprise plan on Vimeo OTT. Contact your account manager if you would like access to this feature. 

If you have purchased an OTT Xbox App, you'll need to first register for a Microsoft Developer Account before our team can build and submit your app. This article discusses how to create your Microsoft Developer Account for Vimeo to publish your OTT service's Xbox app. 

What do I need before I create a Microsoft developer account?

You will need the following information handy:

  • Microsoft account credentials
    • You can create one on the spot if you don't have one already
  • Business name
  • App name
  • Business address
  • Your contact information
  • Your business owner's contact information

How to create a Microsoft developer account

To create your Microsoft developer account:

  1. Visit Microsoft's developer site.
  2. Ensure the Company tab is selected.
  3. Scroll down and select Create a developer account. A new window will open.
  4. Refer to the steps on the first page to complete the signup process. Some tips to keep in mind:
    • Selecting the country where your business cannot be undone.
    • Ensure again that Company account is selected, not Individual.
    • When providing your company information, the Publisher display name should identify your business and is separate from the app name.
    • When providing your contact information. Microsoft may not accept emails from web-based email providers such as Gmail, Yahoo! Mail, iCloud Mail, AOL Mail, or Outlook Mail.
      • Custom email addresses through Google Workspace have been known to work.
    • When providing your Company Approver information, this should be the name and information of the business owner.
      • If you are the business owner, fill in your own contact information. Microsoft may contact you to verify your identity and your relationship to the business entity
    • You need to enter a valid payment method to complete the registration. This is a one time charge and will not require renewal.
    • Be on the lookout for any verification emails sent by Microsoft to your developer email address, accept any that are triggered as soon as possible.
  5. Once registration is complete, inform your Implementation Manager from Vimeo, who will then provide next steps.

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