aka.ms/mfasetup
Aka.ms/mfasetup is a complete security enhancement that allows you to present at least two evidences or factors for your identity when logging into an account. This is a way of verifying your identity using a combination of two different factors -
Something you know (password)
You have something.
If you still face issues while enabling MFA on Office 365, visit aka.ms/mfasetup and follow the steps to set up multi-factor authentication in Office 365.
How to get verification code ?
This method works fine using your registered or associated mobile number with aka.ms/mfasetup. Once you have activated this method, whenever you log in from a new device or browser, you will also receive a verification code (one-time password) via SMS or call which will allow you to log in will allow to do.
How to activate aka.ms/mfasetup ?
The first step is to visit aka.ms/mfasetup.
Select Mobile App from the option.
Click the option to receive notification.
A new set up button will appear with a QR code.
Download Microsoft Authenticator from the play store on your phone or tablet.
Log in on the app and grand camera permission to open a QR code.
Read the QR code, and you’re good to go 8. The remaining procedure is automated.
Set up multi-factor authentication in Microsoft Office 365 - via aka.ms/mfasetup
When you set MFA, by default, Status is disabled. You have to change it first to the enabled state and then to the applicable state.
Setting up multifactor authentication in Office 365 is fairly simple. Here are the steps.
Go to the Microsoft User Management page.
Sign in with your username and password.
Select the accounts for which you want the MFA.
Look for the "Enable" link at the bottom right. Click on this link aka.ms/mfasetup and you will see a dialog box.
How to reset aka.ms/mfasetup after replacing your device?
If you've lost your phone or replaced your phone, you can reset your information to receive your MFA verification code. This process mainly works for Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Azure and Office 365.
Sign in to the cloud service through the administrator login credentials.
Next, open a new tab on your browser and go to aka.ms/mfasetup.
Check the box next to the administrator MFA you want to reset. Click "Manage User Settings".
Tap on the username from which the device is changed and simply enter the new phone information.
After entering, select the "Save" button. Now, Microsoft will send the verification code to your new phone.
Benefits of MFA (Microsoft Multi Factor Authentication)
Free and easy
Create a free account and enable Microsoft multi-factor authentication (MFA) to prompt users for additional verification.
Protect your identities
Enable MFA (or 2FA) to ensure your accounts are up to 99.9% less likely to be compromised.
Use across applications
Provide users secure, seamless access to all their apps with single sign-on from any location or device.