Microsoft Authenticator - Adding Key
If you are a current CVTC student and do not have access to a smart device, such as a phone or tablet, you can request a key/token to use with your laptop or PC as an alternative to the Microsoft Authenticator app*.
- Sign into myaccount.microsoft.com on any PC or laptop.
- Click UPDATE INFO >, under Security Info.
- Click Add sign-in method.
- Click Choose a method > Security key.
- Click Add.
- Click Next, if you are prompted to re-sign in with two-factor authentication.
- Follow the prompts to log in with two-factor authentication.
- If you are unable to use the app to log-in, please click here for alternative methods.
- If you have troubles logging in, please call the Service Desk at 715-830-5555 and we can assist with the log in.
- Click USB device.
- Click Next.
- When prompted, plug they USB key into your device.
- Enter your PIN.
Confirm PIN.
Click Next.
- When prompted touch your thumb to the key.
- Enter the Security Key Name.
Click Next.
- Click Done.
- The Passkey will now show in your device list.
*If you forgot your smart device or got a new one and need to get logged into your account click here for alternative methods to log in or contact the IT Service Desk at 715-830-5555 and we can provide you with a one time pass-code to get logged in.
*If a key/token is lost or misplaced you may be charged for the replacement if one is still needed.
*If you are an employee of CVTC and need a key/token, please submit a ticket via email to serivcedesk@cvtc.edu providing your budget string and you can pick up (or we can drop off) your key/token.
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