How to get microsoft authenticator on new phone
To get Microsoft Authenticator on your new phone, follow these steps:
Method 1: Download from App Store
- Open the App Store on your new phone.
- Search for "Microsoft Authenticator" in the search bar.
- Select the Microsoft Authenticator app from the search results.
- Tap the "Get" button to download and install the app.
- Wait for the app to download and install.
- Once installed, tap the "Open" button to launch the app.
Method 2: Download from Google Play Store
- Open the Google Play Store on your new phone.
- Search for "Microsoft Authenticator" in the search bar.
- Select the Microsoft Authenticator app from the search results.
- Tap the "Install" button to download and install the app.
- Wait for the app to download and install.
- Once installed, tap the "Open" button to launch the app.
Method 3: Restore from Backup
If you had Microsoft Authenticator on your old phone, you can restore your accounts and settings on your new phone:
- Open Microsoft Authenticator on your new phone.
- Tap the "Restore" button.
- Follow the prompts to restore your accounts and settings from your old phone.
Setting up Microsoft Authenticator
Once you have installed and launched Microsoft Authenticator, follow these steps to set it up:
- Tap the "Add account" button.
- Select the type of account you want to add (e.g., Microsoft account, Google account, etc.).
- Enter your account credentials (username and password).
- Follow the prompts to complete the setup process.
- You may be prompted to scan a QR code or enter a verification code to complete the setup process.
That's it! You should now have Microsoft Authenticator set up on your new phone.