How can I change my MFA Settings?

Summary

Directions on how to change the default authentication method or how to add a new authentication method after your initial MFA configuration.

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For security reasons, starting on November 2, 2026, SMS (text messages) and voice-calls will no longer be permitted as options for usable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) or Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) within the Vol State environment. This is in preparation of Microsoft retiring its own SMS and voice-call MFA delivery on February 1, 2027. 

The Microsoft Authenticator app is recommended as the modern alternative for authentication.

More information can be found within the KB Article "How do I setup Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?"

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Article ID: 138138
Created
Mon 9/27/21 5:28 PM
Modified
Fri 10/23/26 6:29 PM

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