

The Microsoft Authenticator application will be required for you to sign in to your Laurier account each time you are prompted for MFA.Multifactor Authentication (MFA) and VPN Support for StudentsĪs a part of ongoing efforts to ensure College data and applications remain secure ITS regularly reviews and updates it security practices.Ĭurrently, Learners at the College have used Entrust for MFA authentication for secure VPN connection to College resources. Important NoteĪfter registration, do not delete the Microsoft Authenticator application off of your device. It is important to create emergency login codes in case you're in an emergency situation and you forget, lose, or damage your mobile device or security key, or are experiencing an issue with your MFA.

On your computer screen, select the blue "Next" button.Your Laurier account will be automatically added. Hold your phone over the QR code displayed on your computer screen.Android: All app to take pictures and record video.You can remove this access later in the app settings. Select "Add Account," then select "Work or school account.".On the sign in with Microsoft screen, select "Skip" in the top-right hand corner of the app.You can disable data collection at any time in the app settings. Select "I agree" in the data privacy notifcation.Part 4: Setup the Application on Your Device On the subsequent Microsoft Authenticator pages, click the blue "Next" button twice until a QR code is revealed.


Select "Add or update MFA authentication methods.".On your computer, launch your preferred web browser and go to /MFA.On your device, open the Microsoft Authenticator app.On your mobile device, search, download and install the Microsoft Authenticator app (application with a blue lock icon): Microsoft Authenticator is recommended for most MFA users because it offers the best experience.įor more information, see the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for Students page.įollow the instructions below to enroll and install the Microsoft Authenticator App or watch the Adding the Multi-Factor Authenticator App to Your Mobile Device video: Part 1: Install Microsoft Authenticator App Microsoft Authenticator Application is one of the multi-factor authentication (MFA) options.
