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Setup Microsoft Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

First-time setup

If this is your first time signing in with your Microsoft work account, you’ll need to set up MFA.

1

After entering your email and password, you’ll see a prompt to set up security verification.

  1. Click Next

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  1. Click Next

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  1. Click Next

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2

Microsoft Authenticator app

  • Download it on your phone (iOS/Android).
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Download for ANDROID device:

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Download for iOS device:

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3

  • Open Microsoft Authenticator app

  • Scan the QR code shown on screen.

  • Confirm your setup by approving a test notification or entering the code.

  1. Use QR button on right down corner

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  2. Scan QR-code on your screen

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  1. Enter correct number in Microsoft Authenticator app

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  1. Click Next

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4

  • Phone number (backup option):

    • Enter your number.

    • Receive a text/call with a code.

    • Confirm your setup by approving a test notification or entering the code.

  1. Enter your phone number and click Next

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  1. Enter correct code in text field

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  1. Click Next

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5

From now on, each login may ask for a code or approval to keep your account secure.