How to Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) on Microsoft Outlook Accounts
The Problem: Reused passwords leave your Outlook or Hotmail email account vulnerable to automated credential hacking databases.
Quick Resolution Summary: Turn on 2-Step Verification within your Microsoft security account portal to require a secondary mobile app approval code for all logins.
Troubleshooting Steps
1
Access Microsoft Security Portal
Log in to account.microsoft.com/security using your current password and select 'Advanced security options'.
2
Select 2-Step Verification
Scroll down to 'Additional security' and click 'Turn on' under the Two-step verification section.
3
Link Authenticator App
Choose 'Add a new way to sign in or verify', select 'Use an app', and scan the QR code using the Microsoft Authenticator app on your smartphone.
Important Warnings
- •Do not delete the authenticator app from your phone before generating and saving emergency recovery codes, otherwise you may be locked out permanently.