# Microsoft Authenticator

Add the Microsoft Authenticator to your Microsoft 365 account

# Step 1

Download the Microsoft Authenticator from your mobile device (Google Play Store or iPhone App Store)

[![app store.jpg](https://kb.southstatetech.com/uploads/images/gallery/2025-10/scaled-1680-/jO3app-store.jpg)](https://kb.southstatetech.com/uploads/images/gallery/2025-10/jO3app-store.jpg)

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# Step 2

**Sign into your Microsoft 365 account**

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# Step 3

**Add your Microsoft account to your Authenticator by following the steps on your screen**

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# Step 4

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

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# Video

[Microsoft Tutorial Video](https://kb.southstatetech.com/attachments/3)