Set Up MFA with the Authenticator App

Overview

The Microsoft Authenticator app is used as a multi-factor authentication (MFA) method for signing in to any Bedford County application that uses your Office 365 account to authenticate. 

Steps

Setting Up Microsoft Authenticator at Login

Step 1: Download the Microsoft Authenticator App

  1. Open your device's app store (Google Play Store for Android or App Store for iOS).
  2. Search for "Microsoft Authenticator".
  3. Download and install the app.

Step 2: Begin the Login Process

  1. Go to the login page of the service or application you are trying to access.
  2. Enter your username and password as usual.

Step 3: Prompt for Microsoft Authenticator Setup

  1. After entering your credentials, you will be prompted to set up Microsoft Authenticator.
  2. Click on "Next" to begin the setup process.

Step 4: Add Your Account to the App

  1. Open the Microsoft Authenticator app on your device.
  2. Tap on the "+" icon to add a new account.
  3. Select "Work or school account" or "Personal account" based on your needs.

Step 5: Scan the QR Code

  1. On your computer screen, you will see a QR code.
  2. In the Microsoft Authenticator app, tap on "Scan a QR code".
  3. Use your device's camera to scan the QR code displayed on your computer screen.

Step 6: Complete the Setup on Your Device

  1. After scanning the QR code, your account will be added to the Microsoft Authenticator app.
  2. You may be prompted to allow notifications. Ensure you allow them for seamless authentication.

Step 7: Verify the Setup

  1. Return to your computer and click on "Next".
  2. A notification will be sent to your device to verify the setup.
  3. Approve the notification on your device to complete the setup.

Step 8: Finalize the Setup

  1. Once approved, you will see a confirmation message on your computer.
  2. Click on "Done" to finalize the setup process.

Step 9: Test the Authentication

  1. Log out and log back in to ensure everything is working correctly.
  2. Use the Microsoft Authenticator app to approve the login request.

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