Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is a security process that requires users to provide more than one way to verify their identity to access an account. MFA protects accounts from being hacked or compromised because even if a hacker gains access to one form of identification, they won't be able to access the account without the other forms.

Saddleback College uses Microsoft Azure MFA.

Set Up Multi-Factor Authentication

  • STEP 1: Sign Into your Saddleback Account
    • CLICK on the "Login" link in the menu on the www.saddleback.edu site.
    • ENTER your email and password and CLICK "Next."
  • STEP 2: More Information Required Screen
    • On the "More information required" screen, CLICK on "Next."
  • STEP 3: Additional Security Verification Screen
    • SELECT "Mobile App" from the drop down list.
    • SELECT "Use Verification Code" and CLICK "Setup."
    • A QR code will be presented.
      • NOTE: If you already have the "Microsoft Authenticator" app for your phone, skip to "STEP 5: Scan the QR Code."
  • STEP 4: Download the Microsoft Authenticator App
    • On your phone, NAVIGATE to your device's app store: Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
    • SEARCH "Microsoft Authenticator".
    • INSTALL the "Microsoft Authenticator" app that is found.
  • STEP 5: Scan the QR Code
    • OPEN the "Microsoft Authenticator" app on your phone.
    • SELECT the "+" icon ("Add Account").
    • Under "Add Account" SELECT "Work or School Account."
    • SELECT "Scan a QR code."
    • SCAN the QR code on your computer screen (from STEP 3).
  • STEP 6: Test Your Account
    • A number on your phone app will appear.
    • ENTER that number into the "Enter number here" prompt on your computer and CLICK "Yes."
    • You will receive a "Notification approval" message on your computer.
    • CLICK "Done" to complete the test process.