Get answers to some basic questions about what two-step verification is, and how to set it up and use it to help keep your Microsoft account more secure.

After the account.live.com page has opened, select Security & Privacy, go to More Security Settings, scroll down and select Set up two-step verification. You'll have the option to confirm …

Choose your alternative verification method, and continue with the two-step verification process. After you're back in your account, you can update your verification methods (if necessary).

If your organization supports two-factor verification or multi-factor authentication sign-in, you can set up your work or school accounts to use Authenticator as one of the verification methods.

Microsoft Authenticator helps you sign in to your accounts if you've forgotten your password, use two-step verification or multi-factor authentication, or have gone passwordless on your account.

Choose your alternative verification method, and continue with the two-step verification process. After you're back in your account, you can update your verification methods (if necessary).

Wondering what multifactor authentication, sometimes known as two step verification, is? This article will explain it clearly.

What is a two-step verification? With two-step verification, you'll get a security code to your email, phone, or authenticator app every time you sign in on a device that isn't trusted.

There are a number of possible explanations for why verification codes don't always arrive. Read through the list of the most common causes, and see if any of them apply to you.

Removing verification methods Important: You don't need to remove old security information unless there is an account security risk (e.g. someone else has access to your old mailbox). If …