Microsoft Authenticator

Description

Our campus uses multi-factor authentication on Microsoft 365 accounts for extra security to help protect your information and keep the University safe. You can choose to use Microsoft Authenticator for your multi-factor authentication. Microsoft Authenticator is a mobile app that helps you easily and quickly sign into your accounts by providing a code to verify your identity. Microsoft Authenticator is more secure and private than text message or other methods.

How to Access

Download the Microsoft Authenticator app on the App Store or Google Play and follow the instructions below to set it up.

Who Can Use It

​​Green check mark indicating "Yes" Staff: Yes

Green check mark indicating "Yes" Faculty: Yes

Green check mark indicating "Yes" Students: Yes

Green check mark indicating "Yes" Alumni: Yes

Green check mark indicating "Yes" Emeriti: Yes

Device Compatibility

Red X indicating "No" Windows: No

Red X indicating "No" Mac: No

Red X indicating "No" Chromebook: No

Green check mark indicating "Yes" iOS: Yes

Green check mark indicating "Yes" Android: Yes

Additional Cost

Money icon with red cross mark through it indicating "no additional cost" No additional cost

Still Need Help?

Visit the IT Solutions Center page to view current hours, locations, and contact information.

 
Microsoft Authenticator App Assistance

Related Articles (3)

Learn how to add the Microsoft Authenticator app and set it as your default multi-factor authentication method for signing in to Microsoft 365.
Setting up Multi-Factor authentication which is required for most university services such as Microsoft 365 (MavMAIL), Workday, and many other apps.