<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Available MFA methods include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Microsoft Authenticator app\n
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- Schoolcraft strongly recommends Microsoft Authenticator since our support teams are most experienced with it. You are welcome to use another authenticator app, but we cannot guarantee support for other apps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- SMS text message<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Voice calls<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nHow do I enable MFA?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
(1) MFA will automatically be enabled for New Students. Current Students will have MFA enabled upon their next login.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
(2) On your next login, you\u2019ll be prompted to set up Microsoft Authenticator. If you do not want to use Microsoft Authenticator, use the blue link “I want to use a different authenticator app” to use another Time-based One-Time Password (TOTP) compatible app, or use the “I want to set up a different method” to use SMS text messages or voice phone calls.<\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"Screenshot](\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/information-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/08\/totp-1.png\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n(3) If you chose set up a different method, you can choose Phone<\/strong> if you would like to receive an SMS text message or voice call.<\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"Screenshot](\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/information-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/08\/choose-a-different-method.png\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n(4) If you are setting up another Time-based One-Time Password (TOTP) compatible app, you can scan the QR code that is displayed or use the Can’t scan image?<\/strong> button to copy the secret needed by your app.<\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"Screenshot](\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/information-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/08\/totp-qr-code.png\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nHow do I reset my MFA options?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you need to reset your MFA options after getting a new phone or device, visit the Student MFA Reset page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Complete the form to receive a one-time reset link.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- After using the link, you\u2019ll set up a new MFA method at your next login.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nWhat MFA methods are available?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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- Microsoft Authenticator<\/strong>
Download the free app from the Apple App Store<\/a> or Google Play Store<\/a>. Enter the code it displays when logging in. Need help with the Microsoft Authenticator app? Read Microsoft Authenticator FAQs<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Time-based One-Time Password (TOTP)<\/strong>
Use a third-party authenticator app (such as Google Authenticator<\/em>, Authy<\/em>, Bitwarden<\/em>, or 1Password<\/em>) to generate a unique 6-digit code that changes every 30 seconds.\n- \n
- When you log in, open your app and enter the current code.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Works even without internet or cell service, because codes are generated on your device.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- SMS text message<\/strong>
Receive a text with a one-time code to enter when logging in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Voice call<\/strong>
Receive a phone call with a one-time code to enter when logging in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nWhy is MFA required?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Protects your account:<\/strong> Even if someone learns your password, they can\u2019t log in without the second step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prevents phishing and hacking:<\/strong> MFA blocks most attempts by attackers to steal or misuse your account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Safeguards personal information:<\/strong> Helps keep your grades, financial aid, and personal data secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Recommended best practice:<\/strong> Many colleges, banks, and major services require MFA because it\u2019s one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect accounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Best security choice:<\/strong> If you\u2019ve read this far, you clearly care about your account security \u2014 we strongly encourage you to use Microsoft Authenticator <\/strong>or another TOTP authenticator app as your MFA method. They are more reliable and secure compared to SMS text messages and voice phone calls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Voice call<\/strong>
- Time-based One-Time Password (TOTP)<\/strong>
- Microsoft Authenticator<\/strong>