Question
What is Passwordless Phone Sign-In?
Environment
Microsoft Entra authentication
Answer
Passwordless Phone Sign-in allows users to access MFA protected resources without entering a password, using the app.
How it works:
- Enter your username only
- Approve sign-in via Authenticator (push + biometric/PIN)
Key benefit:
Best for:
- Users with access to sensitive data that cannot use passkey
NOTE: This authentication method is not phishing resistant and is no longer available for new users. Existing users will be asked to transition to a passkey.