# Add Microsoft Authenticator to an existing account

# Step 1

**Head to [https://mysignins.microsoft.com/security-info](https://mysignins.microsoft.com/security-info)**

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# Step 2

**On the Security Info page, click 'Add sign-in method', and then 'Microsoft Authenticator'**

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# Step 3

**Download the Microsoft Authenticator**

For iOS iPhone and Android:

[https://kb.southstatetech.com/books/microsoft-authenticator](https://kb.southstatetech.com/books/microsoft-authenticator)

# Step 4

**Scan the QR code with the Microsoft Authenticator**

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***On the Authenticator App:***

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# Step 5

**Use the Authenticator app to verify your account**

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