Microsoft 365 - Enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) and Microsoft Authenticator

Microsoft 365 - Enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) and Microsoft Authenticator

Revision Date: 1/9/2026
1. Sign in to your Microsoft account using your username and password.










2. Once signed in, go to mysignins.microsoft.com. Under Security Info, select Add sign-in method. When prompted, select Microsoft Authenticator as the sign-in method.

3. If you do not already have it, download the Microsoft Authenticator app from the Apple or Google Play store. If you have a different authenticator app you prefer, select "Set up a different authenticator app". Once installed, click Next.


4. Once you download the app, open it. If prompted, allow notifications. Press the + to add an account and select Work or school. If prompted, select Scan QR code. Once ready, press Next.


5. Use the camera on your phone to scan the QR code displayed on your screen.


6. Once scanned, your phone will prompt you for either your phone passcode or facial recognition, if configured. Afterwards, a popup will appear prompting you to enter a number. Enter the 2-digit number displayed on the computer screen.
Note: 97 is only for demonstration purposes. Ensure you enter the number displayed during your setup.

Congratulations! You have configured 2FA for your account. Click Done to exit this setup.

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