Setting up Password-less Login for Microsoft 365
A prerequisite for this guide is having the Microsoft Authenticator app configured on a mobile device.
Passwords are not being eliminated anytime in the near future, but you can use them "less" often to authenticate to Microsoft 365 web services "password-less".
This is still MFA,
i. The first authentication factor, is a two digit code you enter in the app.
- Random every time
- This is called "number matching"
ii. The second authentication factor is however you currently unlock your phone.
- PIN, Face ID, Finger ID
- You must have your phone on you. Your phone must have a PIN, Face ID or Finger ID to utilize this.
Step 1 - In a browser go to Outlook Web
Step 2 - Enter your email & Click Next
Step 3 - Click Work or School Account (if prompted)
Step 4 - Click Use an app instead
Step 5 - Now, Open the Microsoft Authenticator app on your phone. The app will display a keypad to enter the code.
Enter the number on your phone that is displayed in your browser. These will expire in about 30 seconds.