Setting up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Mutli-Factor Authentication (MFA) is an additional layer of security for your Olivet account. It makes your password easier to manage, and adds extra security by requiring a second factor when logging in from an unknown device or if your account is being attacked.

Install the Microsoft Authenticator App

• On your phone, download and install the Microsoft Authenticator app  to your phone. Please be mindful of the app you download and install the official Microsoft Authenticator App. Logo shown above will be a good indicator of this, also it is a free app.

Visit the MFA Setup Site

• On your web browser: Visit email.olivet.edu

• Log In

• Click Next at the following prompt

Set Verification Options

• Open Authenticator on your phone and select the plus icon, and select Add account.

• Select Work or school account, then tap Scan a QR Code.

  • Your device may prompt you that the Authenticator app is requesting access to your camera

  • Your device may prompt you that the Authenticator app is requesting to accept notifications

  • Choose ACCEPT to Both Prompts.

• Use the camera to scan the QR code and hit next on the browser

• Approve the authentication prompt on your Microsoft Authenticator app by entering the two-digit number shown to sign in.

• Click “Done.” Your Microsoft Authenticator app is now set up and ready to use to authenticate your logins.
• You must set up at least two verification/recovery methods.  So next, configure at least one additional recovery method ( like phone call/text SMS). 

Your account is now set up for MFA.