Microsoft Is Scrapping SMS 2FA Codes—What You Need To Do

If you have been using SMS codes to log in to your Microsoft account, that will all change soon. Here’s what you need to know ...
Cybernews

Microsoft ditches SMS codes for sign-in, says there’s a more secure way to reach your accounts

The decision to remove SMS 2FA as a verification option stems from the fact that “SMS-based authentication is now a leading ...

Microsoft to end SMS two-factor authentication for personal accounts

Microsoft is pulling the plug on SMS-based two-factor authentication because it has become a leading source of fraud, ...
Windows Latest

Microsoft is killing SMS codes for Microsoft account sign-in, aggressively pushes passkeys on Windows 11

Microsoft is ending SMS login codes for personal accounts and replacing them with passkeys, authenticator apps, and backup ...

Microsoft is pulling the plug on SMS codes, wants you to switch to passkeys

Microsoft has confirmed that SMS-based authentication and account recovery for personal accounts is on its way out. The company argues that plaintext SMS codes are no ...

You can no longer login to or recover your personal Microsoft account using SMS codes

Bad news for forgetful folks like me.
The Columbian

How to set up your passkey for Microsoft Authenticator

FILE - A Microsoft sign and logo are pictured at the company’s headquarters, Friday, April 4, 2025, in Redmond, Wash. (AP Photo/Jason Redmond, File) NEW YORK (AP) — If you’re a Microsoft Authenticator ...