Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) sometimes called two-factor authentication is an additional security method to secure your account

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Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) sometimes called two-factor authentication is an additional security method to secure your account and make sure that only you can log into it. It requires you to authenticate with your password and another piece of information such as code that you receive in a text message, a phone call or through Microsoft authenticator app. This quick user guide shows you how to set up your MFA and how to log in using it. To start please make sure you have your computer and your mobile phone/ office phone line near you.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I register for MFA?

Detailed instructions are available here.

How to set MFA authentication method for 绿巨人视频 VPN (for staff)

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Above the list of MFA methods, click on the little blue Change link next to "Sign-in method when most advisable is unavailable".
鈥疌hoose either App based authentication - notification or Phone - call number.

How do you change or update your MFA configuration if it was already set up?

To change/update your MFA configuration (if it was already set up), follow the steps below:

Open a web browser and go to the official Microsoft Office website at听听and sign in;
Click on your name on the top right corner:

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Click on "View Account":

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Find the section labeled "Security Info" and click "Update Info".

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Click on:听Add sign-in method:

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Choose the default MFA verification method by clicking "Sign-in method." When the most advisable method is unavailable, select "Microsoft Authenticator 鈥� notification".

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Proceed to follow this guide if changing MFA verification from phone number to Microsoft Authenticator Application:听Register for MFA | The American University of Paris (aup.edu).