Setting up MFA on a New Phone

Summary

How to set up MFA on a new phone.

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Prepare the New Phone:

  • Download the Microsoft Authenticator app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).

 

Access the Security Info Page:

 

Update Phone Information:

  • Once logged in, under Security info, you’ll see your current MFA methods.

  • Select Add method and choose Authenticator app.

  • Follow the prompts to set up the new phone with the Microsoft Authenticator app.

 

Set Up the Authenticator App:

  • Open the Microsoft Authenticator app on your new phone.

  • In the app, select Add account, then choose Work or school account.

  • Use your phone’s camera to scan the QR code displayed on the Microsoft 365 security info page.

  • The app should now be configured with your account.

 

Test the Setup:

  • After setting up, test the authentication to ensure everything is working correctly.

  • You can do this by signing in to your Oxy email and verifying that the MFA prompt is working on your new phone.

 

Contact Support:

If you encounter any issues during the setup, contact your IT support team for assistance helpdesk@oxy.edu.

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Article ID: 20081
Created
Tue 5/19/26 12:13 PM
Modified
Tue 5/19/26 12:16 PM