How do I change my authentication method for Microsoft 365 2-step verification?

  • Log in to https://outlook.aber.ac.uk
  • Click the your initials/profile picture at the top-right and select View Account

  • Select Update info in Security info from the menu

  • Click Add method

  • Choose the method you would like to add from the drop-down menu and click Add:

    NB If you see an option to use an alternative phone number or text DO NOT use as these are being deprecated

  • Next to Default sign-in method, click Change, select the method you would like to use by default, and click Confirm
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