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- What is: Multifactor Authentication - Microsoft Support
Wondering what multifactor authentication, sometimes known as two step verification, is? This article will explain it clearly
- Set up your Microsoft 365 sign-in for multi-factor authentication
By setting up MFA, you add an extra layer of security to your Microsoft 365 account sign-in For example, you first enter your password and, when prompted, you also type a dynamically generated verification code provided by an authenticator app or sent to your phone
- How to use two-step verification with your Microsoft account
Get answers to some basic questions about what two-step verification is, and how to set it up and use it to help keep your Microsoft account more secure
- Sign in using two-step verification or security info
Sign in using another verification method If for some reason you're unable to use your primary sign-in method, you can use another previously set up verification method Sign in to your account normally, and then choose the Sign in another way link on the Two-step verification page
- How to add your accounts to Microsoft Authenticator
There are three ways you can use Microsoft Authenticator with your accounts: Add Authenticator as a way to verify sign-in This lets you sign in even if you forget your password Add Authenticator as a way to sign in every time Using a one-time password code increases account security This is called two-step verification Add Authenticator as the only way to sign in - just tap an approval on
- Sign in using Microsoft Authenticator - Microsoft Support
Microsoft Authenticator helps you sign in to your accounts if you've forgotten your password, use two-step verification or multi-factor authentication, or have gone passwordless on your account
- Set up multi-factor authentication for Microsoft 365
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) helps you to access your accounts more securely It's a way to prove that you are who you say you are Because passwords can be forgotten, stolen, or compromised, MFA is an additional security step that helps protect your account by making it harder for other people to sign in to your account Watch Steps
- Set up a phone call as your verification method - Microsoft Support
Notes: Security info doesn't support using phone extensions Even if you add the proper format, +1 4255551234X12345, the extensions are removed before the call is placed If you don't see a phone option, it's possible that your organization doesn't allow you to use this option for verification In this case, you'll need to choose another method or contact your organization's help desk for more
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