You can select Done to close this window. Once the notification has been approved, select Next to continue. It will also show a 2-digit approval code.Īpprove the notification that was sent to you on the Authenticator app and enter the 2-digit number shown on screen into the app. The following page will display, and a notification will be sent to your smartphone. The Microsoft Authenticator will scan it and automatically add the account to the app. Using your opened camera, scan the QR Code displayed on the computer screen. Turn your attention back to your computer. The camera will open from within the app. In the newly installed Microsoft Authenticator app, select add an account. To ensure you select the correct app, ensure the app has 'Microsoft Corporation' as the publisher.Īllow the app to send you notifications if asked. Install and open the Microsoft Authenticator app, available on the App (iOS) or Playstore (Android). Do not select next, and turn your attention to your smartphone.

You will be prompted to provide additional information. Sign in with your University email address and password as requested. Navigate to the multi-factor authenticator set-up page. You will be able to change your preferences later if required. Using the Authenticator app is preferable and should be used wherever possible.

In this case, please refer to the guidance document for configuring MFA using a code received by text message. What if I do not have a smartphone or tablet? Please have it with you when you wish to access Office 365 applications. This is the device you will install the Microsoft Authenticator app on allowing you to perform MFA. An internet connected smartphone (or tablet).

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