--- title: Enroll the Authenticator App for MFA description: Need to set up multifactor authentication (MFA)? Add the Microsoft Authenticator app as a sign-in method in your security settings. 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Choose **Microsoft Authenticator** to continue. ![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-30-51-6929-PM.png?width=654&height=360&name=image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-30-51-6929-PM.png) 2. You'll see a prompt asking if you have the **Microsoft Authenticator App** installed on your phone. If you do, tap **Next** to continue. If not, install the app first, then proceed. ![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-28-50-2715-PM.png?width=653&height=360&name=image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-28-50-2715-PM.png) 3. You will set up the **Microsoft Authenticator App** for your **work account**. Tap **Next** to continue. ![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-30-50-7461-PM.png?width=652&height=360&name=image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-30-50-7461-PM.png) 4. When the **QR code** appears on the screen, take out your **mobile phone** and follow the steps below to continue. 5. You’ll need the **Microsoft Authenticator App** for these steps. If you don’t have it yet, download it from the **App Store (iOS)** or **Google Play Store (Android)**. 6. **Tip for iOS users:** If you can’t find the app but the App Store shows it as installed, tap **Open** in the store. You can also swipe right to find it in the **App Library** or swipe down on the home screen to use **Search**. ![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-13-2025-01-43-17-4183-PM.png?width=653&height=295&name=image-png-Mar-13-2025-01-43-17-4183-PM.png)![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-13-2025-01-44-06-7955-PM.png?width=670&height=261&name=image-png-Mar-13-2025-01-44-06-7955-PM.png)![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-13-2025-01-46-38-7115-PM.png?width=456&height=600&name=image-png-Mar-13-2025-01-46-38-7115-PM.png) 7. Open the **Microsoft Authenticator App** and tap the **+** button to add your **work account**. ![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-32-46-7712-PM.png?width=670&height=218&name=image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-32-46-7712-PM.png) 8. Select **Work or school account** from the menu, then choose **Scan QR code** from the pop-up. ![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-32-59-8912-PM.png?width=413&height=800&name=image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-32-59-8912-PM.png) 9. Use your phone's camera to scan the **QR code** shown on your computer. Once the scan is successful, the new work account will appear in the **Microsoft Authenticator App** on your phone. ![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-34-24-0137-PM.png?width=670&height=348&name=image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-34-24-0137-PM.png) 10. After your **work account** appears in the **Microsoft Authenticator App** on your phone, tap **Next** to proceed. ![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-35-15-4420-PM.png?width=653&height=360&name=image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-35-15-4420-PM.png) 11. You will see a number on your screen. Open the **Microsoft Authenticator App** on your phone and enter this number in the provided field. Then, tap **Yes** to confirm and complete the verification process. ![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-36-32-0542-PM.png?width=653&height=360&name=image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-36-32-0542-PM.png)![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-37-19-4003-PM.png?width=653&height=700&name=image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-37-19-4003-PM.png) 12. After entering the number shown on your screen, you will receive an **Approved** message in the app. You will also see confirmation on your computer. Tap **Next** to complete the **Microsoft Authenticator App **setup. ![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-Mar-14-2025-03-27-31-3987-PM.png?width=670&height=353&name=undefined-Mar-14-2025-03-27-31-3987-PM.png)![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-12-35-5440-PM.png?width=670&height=369&name=image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-12-35-5440-PM.png) 13. You should now see **Microsoft Authenticator** listed as a sign-in method. This confirms that multi-factor authentication (MFA) is set up for your work account. Going forward, you will receive mobile app notifications as your primary way to verify sign-ins. ![](https://knowledge.sittadel.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-12-18-8085-PM.png?width=670&height=369&name=image-png-Mar-14-2025-03-12-18-8085-PM.png) ### Need Assistance? Reach out to your Customer Success Manager to discuss how a Sittadel cybersecurity analyst can assist in managing these tasks for you. New to our services? 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