How do I set up the Authenticator app?
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Tech Support is requiring multi-factor authentication for all student emails in order to enhance security and protect against phishing and other threats. Everyone will have to set up Microsoft's Authenticator app. Follow the steps below.
Visit Room 208, telephone (607) 844-8222, extension 4550, or email help@tompkinscortland.on.spiceworks.com
You could also review the instructions from Microsoft.
1. Go to mysignins.microsoft.com/security-info and sign in with your usual TC3 credentials.
2. In Security info, first click Add sign-in method. Then, in the pop-up, select Microsoft Authenticator.
3. Follow the instructions that appear next and go to your phone to install the Microsoft Authenticator app. If you are doing the set-up directly on your phone, click Download now.
Once the app is installed on your phone, click Next.
4. In the next pop-up, note the reminders about allowing notifications and selecting work or school. Click Next.
5. Open the app on your phone and scan the QR code. Follow any on-screen prompts. Click Next.
6. A practice authentication code will be sent. Enter it on the app on your phone. A confirmation message will display. Click Next and you're done!
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