Setup Microsoft Authenticator App


Use the Microsoft Authenticator app to receive notifications on your smartphone or tablet to verify your identity when prompted for Multifactor Authentication. 

Step 1. Download and install the Microsoft Authenticator app

Visit the Apple app store or Google play store on your device and install the Microsoft Authenticator app. Alternatively, visit aka.ms/authapp and download the Microsoft Authenticator app.

Step 2. Add your account to the app

  1. On your laptop, visit https://aka.ms/mfasetup
  2. Select Add Method > Authenticator app 
  3. Follow the wizard experience to setup the app

Scan the QR Code in the app and test the push notification flow as part of this experience. For more information, see this guidance.

Step 3. Confirm default sign-in settings to the Authenticator app

To ensure that you are prompted to sign-in using push notifications:

  1. Visit https://aka.ms/mysecurityinfo
  2. Select Change> App based uthenticator – notification option.

Congratulations! You are now setup with the Microsoft Authenticator app and can receive push notifications for multifactor authentication verification.


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Keeley IT Help Desk