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Setting up the Authenticator App on a new device (Computer Required)

This setup will only work if you're able to sign-in successfully to your email account.

*If you are locked out of your account due to MFA please have your manager fill out this form to have your methods reset: People Leader Password/MFA Reset Form 

Step 1. From a computer visit My Sign-Ins | Security Info | Microsoft.com 

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Step 2. Click +Add sign-in method

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Step 3. Choose the Authenticator App

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Step 4. Click Add 

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Step 5. Click Next

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Step 6. Click Next

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You should now see instructions for Scanning the QR Code 

Step 7. From your Phone Open the Authenticator App - Click + or Add Account

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Step 8. Click Work or school account

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Step 9. Click Scan QR Code 

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Step 10. Scan the code displaying on the computer, you should see the account listed on your phone once successfully scanned

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Step 11. Back on the computer Click Next

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Step 12. Verify the MFA prompt by entering the number shown on screen in the app

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Step 13. Success - Click Next to exit the prompt

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You may notice this pop-up briefly in the top right confirming the app was successfully added to your methods. 

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