This guide will help you set up the Microsoft Authenticator app to receive push notifications for secure sign-in verification.
Install the app on your mobile device (phone or tablet) using one of the links below, or by visiting the app store directly.
Alternative: You can also visit aka.ms/authapp on your mobile device to be redirected to the correct store.
Use your computer to link your account to the app you just installed.
On your desktop computer, open a web browser and visit: https://aka.ms/mysecurityinfo
Sign in with your work account if prompted.
On the Security info page, select Add method.
Choose Authenticator app from the drop-down menu and click Add.
Follow the wizard's instructions. When prompted, use the Microsoft Authenticator app on your phone to scan the QR code shown on your computer screen.
Crucial: After the scan is successful, click Next on your computer screen. The system will send a test notification to your phone.
Approve the test notification on your phone to complete the connection.
This ensures you get a quick push notification every time you need to sign in.
Visit https://aka.ms/mysecurityinfo again.
Find the Default sign-in method option.
Click Change and select: Authenticator – notification.
You are now successfully set up! You will receive simple push notifications on your phone for all future multi-factor authentication requests.
