Authenticator app usage

Rich Cancilla 0 Reputation points
2026-10-11T20:31:57.25+00:00

I need help accessing Authenticator app usage on my pc

Microsoft Security | Microsoft Authenticator
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    2026-10-11T20:32:09.4166667+00:00

    Microsoft Authenticator is not available for PC or Mac. It is designed for smartphones for security reasons.

    If the goal is to use Authenticator for sign-in, install it on an iOS or Android device, add the account, and then approve sign-in requests there. Verification codes can be used without internet access, but sign-in notifications require the mobile device to be connected to the internet.

    If the goal is to sign in on a remote computer while setting up a work or school account, Authenticator supports Sign in from another device:

    1. Open Authenticator on the mobile device.
    2. Select Add work or school account > Sign in.
    3. Select Sign in from another device.
    4. On the remote screen, open the Sign in to your account page and enter the code shown in Authenticator.
    5. Sign in with work or school account credentials on the remote screen.
    6. Return to Authenticator to complete setup.

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