use Microsoft authenticator for zoom?

Michelle Squitieri 0 Reputation points
2024-07-06T04:04:59.4033333+00:00

can I use microsoft authenticator to generate 6 digit totp for zoom? How do I set that up?

Microsoft Authenticator
Microsoft Authenticator
A Microsoft app for iOS and Android devices that enables authentication with two-factor verification, phone sign-in, and code generation.
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  1. Mansoob e Zahra 235 Reputation points
    2024-07-06T08:58:19.7533333+00:00

    Yes, you can use Microsoft Authenticator to generate a Time-Based One-Time Password (TOTP) for Zoom. Here’s how you can set it up:

    Install Microsoft Authenticator: If you haven't already, install the Microsoft Authenticator app on your smartphone. It's available for both iOS and Android.

    Open Microsoft Authenticator: Launch the Microsoft Authenticator app on your device.

    Add an Account:

    • Tap on the + icon or the Add account button within the app.
      • Choose Other (Google, Facebook, etc.) from the list of options. Zoom uses a standard TOTP method, so this generic option will work.
      Scan QR Code or Enter Manually:
      - Zoom will provide you with a QR code or a manual entry key. Use your device’s camera to scan the QR code or enter the provided key manually into the app.
      
      **Verify Setup**:
      
         - Once added, Microsoft Authenticator will start generating 6-digit TOTP codes for your Zoom account.
      
         **Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) in Zoom**:
      
            - Log in to your Zoom account on the web.
      
               - Navigate to **Settings** > **Profile** > **Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)**.
      
                  - Enable 2FA and choose the **Time-Based One-Time Password (TOTP)** option.
      
                     - Follow the prompts to enter the code generated by Microsoft Authenticator to complete the setup.
      
                     **Use Microsoft Authenticator**: Going forward, whenever you log in to Zoom, you'll open the Microsoft Authenticator app to get the current 6-digit TOTP code and enter it when prompted during login.
      

    By following these steps, you should be able to set up and use Microsoft Authenticator for TOTP with your Zoom account effectively.

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