Why did xbox shorten gamertags?

According to Microsoft's FAQ, the reason for its gamertag update was to introduce the number suffix system (a little like Discord's). This allows players to pick any name they like along with a "subtle" suffix of a few numbers if the name is already taken, with the focus remaining on the name itself.

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2023-02-21 11:37:24

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Can you recover xbox account with gamertag?
Some users think that it is possible to recover an Xbox Live account if we have the associated Gamertag. Sadly, it is not the case. Even if you have your associated Gamertag, you would need the linked Email ID (and password) to access your account.
2024-02-13 03:10:52

How do i change my xbox gamertag for free?
Select your profile to sign in. Scroll right to Settings, and then select Profile. Select Edit Profile > Gamertag > Enter New Gamertag. Enter a new gamertag (up to 15 characters) into the space that's provided, and then select Done.
2024-01-03 23:06:55

Can i change xbox gamertag for free?
The following are important things to note before changing your gamertag: If this is your first time changing your gamertag, you can change it one time for free.
2023-11-11 16:23:33

How short can your xbox gamertag be?
Why do gamertags only support 12 characters? We require at least 3 characters to auto-assign you a suffix and make sure that everybody has an equal chance to have a name they can be proud of.
2023-03-06 18:26:49

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