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Points are awarded by Microsoft to individual Rewards Accounts and cannot be transferred to any other person or entity.
if the Rewards Program is cancelled or discontinued, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you by email and on the Rewards Dashboard and to provide you with at least 90 days to redeem your accrued Points
The transfer of Virtual Items is prohibited, and you shall not sell, redeem, or otherwise transfer Virtual Items to any person or entity. Virtual Items may only be redeemed through our Services.
"Points are awarded by Microsoft to individual Rewards Accounts and cannot be transferred to any other person or entity.Excerpt from Microsoft's Services Agreement (Legacy)
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The clause states: “Points are awarded by Microsoft to individual Rewards Accounts and cannot be transferred to any other person or entity.”
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