To change your account on the Microsoft Authenticator app, which typically involves adding a new account or setting up an existing one, you'll generally follow a process initiated through your account's security settings online. The provided steps outline how to add the Authenticator app as a sign-in method for your account, which results in the account appearing and functioning within your app.
Here’s how you can add an account to your Microsoft Authenticator app based on the provided information:
Adding an account to your Microsoft Authenticator app is a key step in using it for secure sign-ins. This process links your specific user account to the app on your mobile device.
Follow these steps to add the Microsoft Authenticator app as a sign-in method for your account:
- Go to the Security Info Page: Start by navigating to the Security info page associated with your account. (Note: The specific steps to reach this page were not provided in the reference, but it's the required starting point).
- Select Add Sign-in Method: On the Security info page, locate and select the option to Add sign-in method.
- Choose Authenticator App: You will be prompted to choose a method. Select the dropdown for Choose a method and then pick Authenticator app from the list.
- Follow On-Screen Setup: Proceed with the on-screen instructions. This part of the setup involves using your mobile device. You will need to open the Microsoft Authenticator app and typically use its built-in scanner to scan a QR code displayed on your computer screen. After successfully scanning the code, select Next.
- Save Changes: Complete any remaining verification steps as requested. Finally, select Save to finalize the process and add the Authenticator app as a verified method for your account.
Completing these steps will add your Microsoft account to your Authenticator app, allowing it to generate time-based one-time passcodes (TOTP) or receive push notifications for signing in. If you were looking to "change" accounts by adding a new one or setting up the app for the first time, this process achieves that by linking your account to the app. Managing multiple accounts or removing existing ones are typically actions performed directly within the Authenticator app itself on your mobile device.
