MUIC Microsoft 365

Quick Guide: Setting Up Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

For Staff & Faculty

Why 2FA?

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) enhances the security of your MUIC Microsoft 365 account by requiring verification through an Authenticator App in addition to your password.

Before You Start

Please prepare:

  • MUIC account & password
  • Smartphone (iOS or Android)
  • Install Microsoft Authenticator from App Store / Google Play

Step-by-Step Setup (5–10 Minutes)

1. Sign In

Enter your MUIC SKY+ or mymuic.io followed by @muic.io, for example:[email protected] or

firstname.sur@muic.io,

then click Next.

Enter the password for your

MUIC SKY+ account, then click Sign in.

2. Install Microsoft Authenticator on your phone

When prompted:

  • If not already, download and install Microsoft Authenticator on your phone
  • Click Next

3. Add Your Account On Your Phone

Open Microsoft Authenticator

Tap + Add Account

Select Work or School Account

Choose Scan QR Code


4. Scan QR Code

On your computer:

  • Click Next
  • A QR code will appear
  • Use the MS Authenticator app on your phone to scan the QR code shown on your screen
  • Click Next

5. Approve Test Sign-In

  • A number will appear on your computer
  • A notification will be sent to your phone
  • Enter the same number in the MS Authenticator app on your phone
  • Approve the request
  • You will see: “Authenticator Added”
  • Click Done

Help & Support

Email Contact

[email protected]

IT Service Desk

Ext. 4200 / 1555

If you need any support for 2FA, please contact the IT Department on Monday-Friday Time 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm