Multi-factor authentication with another TOTP app

09 I already have a TOTP-enabled app - can I use it?

Use these instructions if you are already using another app that supports TOTP (e.g. KeePassX or Proton Pass).

  1. Open outlook.office.com.
  2. Enter your username and password.

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  1. Click on the I want to use a different authenticator app button.

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  1. Scan the QR code or click on The image is not scanned?. The second option will send you a secret key to your authenticator app, which you must copy.

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Your chosen authenticator app will now be used for the one-time passwords.

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If Microsoft still requires your phone number, click on the Skip setup button.

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Last modified: Nov. 30, 2023