
Microsoft account security info & verification codes
Learn how to manage your Microsoft account security info and troubleshoot verification code issues.
Add a way to verify sign-in to your Microsoft account
Sign in to the Advanced security options page of your Microsoft Account. Select Add a new way to sign in or verify then choose how you would like to receive security codes. Note: VOIP numbers cannot …
How to use two-step verification with your Microsoft account
Two-step verification (sometimes called multi-factor authentication) helps protect you by making it more difficult for someone else to sign in to your Microsoft account. It uses two different forms of identity: …
Signing in with a passkey - Microsoft Support
Passkeys are a replacement for your password. With passkeys, you can sign into your Microsoft personal account or your work/school account using your face, fingerprint, or PIN. Signing in with a …
Removing a sign-in verification method - Microsoft Support
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 you do need to replace your security information, make sure …
How to get and use app passwords - Microsoft Support
To create an app password, take the following steps. You can repeat these steps to create an app password for as many apps or devices as you need. Go to the Advanced security options of your …
Sign in to your work or school account using two-step verification ...
To increase the security of your work or school account, your organization may require two steps to sign in. You may not be able to turn this setting off, but you can choose which devices are set up to help …
Sign in to your account with a security key - Microsoft Support
Go to the Microsoft account page and sign in as you normally would. Select Security > Advanced security options. Manage your security keys under Ways to prove who you are. Microsoft security …
Stay Protected With the Windows Security App - Microsoft Support
It includes features such as Microsoft Defender Antivirus, Windows Firewall, and Smart App Control, which work together to provide real-time protection against viruses, malware, and other security threats.
Microsoft 365 advanced protection - Microsoft Support
Learn how Microsoft 365 Family and Personal give you advanced protection from viruses and cyber crime.
Verifying your identity when signing in - Microsoft Support
On your computer, go to the Security info page of your MySign-ins dashboard. Select Add sign-in method and follow the prompts to add another way to verify it's you.