Two-factor authentication (2FA) is an additional security measure that requires users to provide two forms of identification in order to access their accounts. Microsoft Teams offers 2FA as an added security measure for users. This technical reference guide outlines the steps for enabling 2FA in Microsoft Teams.
Step 1: Sign in to the Microsoft 365 admin center
To enable 2FA in Microsoft Teams, you will need to sign in to the Microsoft 365 admin center. To do this, follow these steps:
- Go to the Microsoft 365 admin center website (https://admin.microsoft.com).
- Enter your email address and password, and then click the "Sign In" button.
Step 2: Enable 2FA for your account
Once you have signed in to the Microsoft 365 admin center, you can enable 2FA for your account. To do this, follow these steps:
- Click on the "Settings" icon in the top right corner of the screen, and then click "Security & Privacy."
- In the "Authentication methods" section, click the "Set up" button next to Two-Factor Authentication.
- Follow the prompts to set up a 2FA method (e.g. SMS messages or an authenticator app).
Step 3: Set up 2FA for your organization (Optional)
If you are an administrator for your organization's Microsoft Teams account, you can also set up 2FA for all users in your organization. To do this, follow these steps:
- Sign in to the Microsoft 365 admin center as an administrator.
- Click on the "Settings" icon in the top right corner of the screen, and then click "Security & Privacy."
- In the "Authentication methods" section, click the "Set up" button next to Two-Factor Authentication.
- Follow the prompts to set up 2FA for your organization.
Step 4: Notify users
Once 2FA has been enabled, it is important to notify all users of the change and provide guidance on how to set up 2FA for their accounts.
Enabling 2FA is an important security measure that can help protect your Microsoft Teams account against unauthorized access. By following the steps outlined in this technical reference guide, you can enable 2FA for added security in Microsoft Teams. It is important to also notify all users to ensure they take the necessary steps to enable 2FA for their accounts.
