Before you Begin

You should confirm:

  • That your IUP Computing Account is working properly and you are able to interactively log in using your username and password and MFA (Microsoft Authenticator).
  • That your sign-in method (Microsoft Authenticator) is working properly.
  • A supported mobile device or computer that supports synced passkeys (i.e., Google Password Manager or Apple Passwords).
  • Access to your Google Password Manager and Apple Passwords is working properly (i.e., you know your access information to get into those accounts).

Do NOT remove Microsoft Authenticator from your sign-in methods when adding your synced passkey.

Step 1

Visit:

Microsoft My Sign-Ins

Sign in using your IUP email address and password. Approve your Microsoft Authenticator sign-in request.

Step 2

Click the following (note, it is above your sign-in method listings):

+ Add Sign-In Method

Step 3

Choose:

Passkey

Step 4

Select Next.

Scan the QR code when prompted

Choose Where to Store Your Passkey - depending on your device, available options may include:

  • Apple iCloud Passwords
  • Google Password Manager

Available options vary by device and browser.

Step 5

Follow the prompts on your device.

You may be asked to:

  • Use Face ID
  • Use a fingerprint
  • Enter a device PIN

Step 6

Return to Security Info and confirm that the passkey appears in your list of registered sign-in methods.

Step 7

Test Your Passkey

Open a private or InPrivate browser session.

Attempt to sign in to a Microsoft 365 service and verify that your passkey works before relying on it as your primary sign-in method.

Important Reminder

Do NOT remove Microsoft Authenticator from your sign-in methods!