Microsoft Authenticator provides multi-factor authentication options, as well as a password manager. Here's what you should know about the app.

Both of these methods are explained below in detail: 1] By using the Microsoft Authenticator app The Microsoft Authenticator app offers more secure and passwordless sign-in to a Microsoft account.

Getting a new phone can be exciting, but if you use the Microsoft Authenticator app to log in, you'll want to transfer it to your new device properly.

Using passkeys is a safer alternative to the risky password habits 49% of US adults use, according to CNET's password survey.

Another option is to use the WinOTP Authenticator app available on the Microsoft Store. Install WinOTP Authenticator: Open the Microsoft Store, search for WinOTP Authenticator, and install it.

If you see Microsoft Authenticator Registration has timed out error, make sure your device is encrypted. More working suggestions here!

Microsoft is moving toward a password-less future. As part of that shift, it no longer wants the Authenticator app to handle passwords or payment methods.

Simply log in to your Microsoft Authenticator account, and a prompt will appear asking you to set up a new passkey. Alternatively, you can open your account, tap the ‘set up a passkey’ option, and ...

Getting a new phone can be exciting, but if you use the Microsoft Authenticator app to log in, you'll want to transfer it to your new device properly.