Tech QuickTip: How to setup Multifactor Authenticator (MFA)
Updated May 2025
Microsoft Authenticator Setup
Purpose: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) increases the security of your Microsoft account. These instructions explain how to set up MFA using the Microsoft Authenticator App.
- During your first login, you will be prompted to set up MFA as part of the account security requirements.
- Go to your device's app store (Play Store for Android or App Store for iOS) and download the Microsoft Authenticator App.
- Once installed, Follow the on-screen instructions on your computer by clicking Next.
- On the MFA setup prompt your will be asked to setup Microsoft Authenticator. Click Next.
- On the next screen a QR code will be displayed. Return to your phone and open the Microsoft Authenticator App.
- In the top right of your screen Tap the "+".
- Select "Work or school account" and scan the QR code displayed on the MFA setup screen.
- Once your account has been added to the app, Microsoft will prompt you to test the authentication method.
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Approve the notification sent to your Microsoft Authenticator app.
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After completing this step, the process is finished. You can now log into your account.
