Definition
This scenario covers the configuration of a product that needs to be hidden in the Microsoft Store but still be redeemable via a Promotional Code (also referred to as a token or 5×5 code). This configuration might also be referred to as Hidden, token-only. This scenario can be used with either a Public or Private Audience configuration. For more information about Audiences, see Visibility - Audiences.Product types this applies to
- All product types
Configuration
Configuration for Game, Game Demo, Game Bundle, Add-on Bundle and Season Pass products
- Go to Partner Center.
- Go to the product you want to configure.
- Select the Pricing and Availability module from the product page navigation.
- If you want to, in the Visibility section, configure Private Audience. For more information, see Visibility - Audiences.
- In the Discoverability section, select Make this product available but not discoverable in the Microsoft Store, and: and then select Stop acquisition.
- Scroll to the bottom of the page, and then select Save draft.
- When you’re ready, select Review and Publish to publish your configuration to your development sandbox or RETAIL.
Consumable and Durable (including Durable with packages) products
- Go to Partner Center.
- Go to the product you want to configure.
- Select the Pricing and Availability module from the product page navigation.
- If you want to, in the Visibility section, configure Private Audience. For more information, see Visibility - Audiences.
- In the Discoverability section, select Accessible only by direct link.
- In the Purchasability section, ensure that Can be purchased (from within the parent product and from its own Microsoft Store listing) isn’t selected.
- Scroll to the bottom of the page, and then select Save draft.
- When you’re ready, select Review and Publish to publish your configuration to your development sandbox or RETAIL.