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Log in issues to outlook

Michael Krueger 0 Reputation points
2026-03-26T17:54:48.3333333+00:00

On any machine other than my phone I can no longer log into outlook without a too many attempts error. The rigamarole to get in is frustrating to say the least. It also won't message my phone with a code for some reason so that avenue doesn't work. i have to open another email account for a code every time. seems ridiculous.

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  1. Arlene D 36,020 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-03-26T18:36:19.83+00:00

    Hi, are you signing in using a browser or the Outlook app on those devices?

    Wait 15 minutes before trying again, then sign in using an InPrivate or Incognito window to avoid cached errors. Go to your account security settings, confirm your phone number, and add an authenticator app as a backup sign in method so you can receive codes even if SMS does not work.

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