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Google Authenticator app & Office 365 MFA
Is it possible to use the Google Authenticator iOS app with Office 365 MFA instead of the Microsoft Authenticator app? I tried adding to Google Authenticator with both QR code and manually but go...
Yes, you can use the Google Authenticator iOS app with Office 365 MFA, but with a slight caveat. While Microsoft prefers users to leverage their own Microsoft Authenticator app, they still offer compatibility with third-party authenticator apps like Google Authenticator.
Here's how to set it up:
Enable MFA in Office 365: Sign in to your Office 365 account and navigate to the security settings. Look for options related to Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and enable it.
Choose "Authenticator App": During the setup process, you'll likely see options for various verification methods. Select "Authenticator app" and choose "I want to use a different authenticator app" (this link might be small and easy to miss).
Add Account in Google Authenticator: Open the Google Authenticator app on your iOS device. Tap the "+" icon to add a new account. You can either scan the QR code displayed on your Office 365 setup page or enter a provided key manually (depending on the options offered).
Enter Code During Login: Once configured, whenever you log in to Office 365 and MFA is triggered, you'll need to provide the time-based one-time code generated by the Google Authenticator app.
Things to Keep in Mind:
Microsoft Support: While it works, Microsoft officially recommends using their own Microsoft Authenticator app. Troubleshooting or support might be limited for issues arising with Google Authenticator.
Security Considerations: Ensure your Google Authenticator app is secured with a strong PIN or biometric verification for added protection.
Overall, using Google Authenticator for Office 365 MFA is an option, but the Microsoft Authenticator app might offer a more streamlined and potentially better supported experience.
Here's how to set it up:
Enable MFA in Office 365: Sign in to your Office 365 account and navigate to the security settings. Look for options related to Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and enable it.
Choose "Authenticator App": During the setup process, you'll likely see options for various verification methods. Select "Authenticator app" and choose "I want to use a different authenticator app" (this link might be small and easy to miss).
Add Account in Google Authenticator: Open the Google Authenticator app on your iOS device. Tap the "+" icon to add a new account. You can either scan the QR code displayed on your Office 365 setup page or enter a provided key manually (depending on the options offered).
Enter Code During Login: Once configured, whenever you log in to Office 365 and MFA is triggered, you'll need to provide the time-based one-time code generated by the Google Authenticator app.
Things to Keep in Mind:
Microsoft Support: While it works, Microsoft officially recommends using their own Microsoft Authenticator app. Troubleshooting or support might be limited for issues arising with Google Authenticator.
Security Considerations: Ensure your Google Authenticator app is secured with a strong PIN or biometric verification for added protection.
Overall, using Google Authenticator for Office 365 MFA is an option, but the Microsoft Authenticator app might offer a more streamlined and potentially better supported experience.