Question
What is Passwordless Phone Sign-In?
Environment
- University of Windsor Microsoft 365 account
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) enabled account
- Microsoft Authenticator app
- iOS or Android mobile device
Answer
Sign in securely without entering your password, using the app.
How it works:
- Enter your username only
- Approve sign-in via Authenticator (push + biometric/PIN)
Key benefit:
- Eliminates password use entirely
- Reduces phishing risk
Best for:
- Users with access to sensitive data that cannot use passkey
How to set up Passwordless Phone Sign-In