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mbs234
Sep 30, 2026Copper Contributor
Authenticator app not showing code
Hey, in need of help please. Trying to log into MS 365, it asks for Authenticator app code, the app used to work but nothing happening now. No code provided. The app offers a verification code too bu...
Oct 01, 2026
hello mbs234 The fix is usually a time sync issue on the Authenticator app. Open the app, tap the three dots, go to Settings, find "Time correction for codes" and hit sync. That solves it more often than not.
If that doesn't work and you're fully locked out, call Microsoft UK phone and say "MFA locked out" upfront that gets you to the right team without needing to log in first. Have your domain name and account details handy to verify your identity.
If phone support is still going in circles, try the account recovery form at account.live.com/acsr no login needed, Microsoft manually verifies you through account history.