Get answers to some basic questions about what two-step verification is, and how to set it up and use it to help keep your Microsoft account more secure.

Wondering what multifactor authentication, sometimes known as two step verification, is? This article will explain it clearly.

After the account.live.com page has opened, select Security & Privacy, go to More Security Settings, scroll down and select Set up two-step verification. You'll have the option to confirm your identity via …

If you have non-Microsoft accounts, such as for Amazon, Facebook, or Google, you can add them to Authenticator for two-step verification, or if your site or service supports adding an account using a …

What is a two-step verification? With two-step verification, you'll get a security code to your email, phone, or authenticator app every time you sign in on a device that isn't trusted.

Common problems with two-step verification for a work or school account Applies To

Learn how to set up your user account for multifactor authentication with Microsoft 365.

If you're still using the two-step verification experience, you'll need to set up your verification methods by following the instructions in the Set up my account for two-step verification article.

Microsoft Authenticator helps you sign in to your accounts if you've forgotten your password, use two-step verification or multi-factor authentication, or have gone passwordless on your account.

This is called two-step verification or multi-factor authentication. As the only way to sign in - just tap an approval on your phone to sign in. This is called going passwordless. Just follow the three steps to …