Open the Authenticator app, select Add account from the Customize and control icon in the upper-right, select Other account (Google, Facebook, etc.), and then select OR ENTER CODE MANUALLY.Įnter an Account name (for example, Google) and type the Secret key from Step 1, and then select Finish. Keep this page open so you can see the secret code. The Can't scan barcode page appears with the secret code. On your computer, select CAN'T SCAN IT from the Set up Authenticator page with the QR code. For additional security, the verification code changes every 30 seconds preventing someone from using a code multiple times. The Accounts screen of the app shows you your account name and a verification code. Open the Authenticator app, select Add account from the Customize and control icon in the upper-right, and then select Work or school account.Įnter the Code and URL from Step 1, and then select Finish.

Keep this page open so you can see the code and URL. On your computer, note the Code and Url information on the Configure mobile app page. If you haven't done that yet, follow the steps in the Download and install the app article. Important: Before you can add your account, you have to download and install the Microsoft Authenticator app.

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