How can I fix Verify your identity issues?

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How can I fix Verify your identity issues?

Glauco Cursino 20

I'm trying to reconnect my cellphone to Microsoft Teams and Outlook. Everything was working fine until last Friday, when I started receiving a message asking for a code from the Authenticator app.

The problem is that the code never pops up, and when I select “other ways to verify,” the only option available is to enter a code from the Authenticator app—which always fails. This has created a loop I can’t get out of.

I’ve also tried updating my security info, but I end up back at the same screen asking for a code I can’t access.

Could you please help me reset or recover access?

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Hello Glauco,

Thank you for reaching out.

I understand how frustrating it can be to get stuck in a verification loop when trying to access Microsoft Teams and Outlook.

Here are some solutions for you to try to fix the problem:

Option 1: Use Account Recovery

Go to the https://account.live.com/password/reset.
Select “I don’t have any of these” when asked for verification options.
Follow the prompts to verify your identity using backup email or phone (if previously set up).
If successful, update your security info and reconfigure the Authenticator app.

Option 2: Contact Your Organization’s IT Admin

Since this is a work account (Microsoft 365), your IT administrator can:

Reset your Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) settings.
Temporarily disable MFA to allow you to sign in and reconfigure the Authenticator app.
Add alternative verification methods (e.g., SMS or email).

You may want to contact your IT support team directly for this.

Option 3: Reinstall and Reconfigure Authenticator

If you still have access to the Authenticator app:

Uninstall and reinstall the app.
Sign in using your Microsoft account.
If prompted, scan the QR code from the Microsoft 365 security settings page (if accessible).

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