
Microsoft account security info & verification codes
Learn how to manage your Microsoft account security info and troubleshoot verification code issues.
Add a way to verify sign-in to your Microsoft account
Note: VOIP numbers cannot be added as a way to sign in or get verification codes. We'll send a security code to the new number or email to confirm. Enter that code when prompted and then select Next. …
How to get a Microsoft account recovery code
A Microsoft account recovery code is a 25-digit code used to help you regain access to your account if you forget your password or if your account is compromised.
Sign in using two-step verification or security info
After you've registered your security key, open the Microsoft Edge browser. When prompted to sign-in, insert your security key into your device's USB port and sign in to Windows using your security key PIN.
Microsoft account has been locked - Microsoft Support
To unlock your Microsoft account, sign in at account.microsoft.com to get a security code. Sign in Tips: You can use any phone number to request the security code. The phone number doesn't need to be …
Device Security in the Windows Security App - Microsoft Support
Learn how to access Windows device security settings in Windows Security to help protect your device from malicious software.
How to use two-step verification with your Microsoft account
When you sign in on a new device or from a new location, we'll send you a security code to enter on the sign-in page. Learn how you can use the Microsoft Authenticator app or authenticate using Outlook …
Troubleshoot Microsoft account verification code issues
How to fix "make sure you can receive a security code" when signing in to my Microsoft account Notification is in the wrong language when signing in to my Microsoft account
Set up Security info from a sign-in page - Microsoft Support
You can follow these steps if you're prompted to set up your security info immediately after you sign-in to your work or school account. You'll see this prompt only if you haven't set up the security info …
How to add your accounts to Microsoft Authenticator
For additional security, the verification code changes every 30 seconds preventing someone from using a code multiple times. Select Next on the Two factor authentication page on your computer, and then …