NOTE: If you reset your phone or purchase a new one, you must submit a request for your MFA to be reset. Visit www.mecc.edu/technology-assistance to submit a helpdesk ticket
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Step 1: Download The FREE Microsoft Authenticator On Your Smart Phone.
In either the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store search for “Microsoft Authenticator”
Note: If you do not have a smartphone, Visit www.mecc.edu/technology-assistance to submit a helpdesk ticket. A technician will contact you with an alternate method of MFA.
Step 2: Log into MyMECC on your Computer
- On your computer log into MyMECC.
- Enter username and password as requested.
- You will be presented with a QR Code.
Note: If no QR Code is presented please submit a ticket at www.mecc.edu/technology-assistance
Step 3: Add MyMECC account to the Microsoft Authenticator app.
- Open the Microsoft Authenticator on your smartphone.
- Apple users, click on “+”; Android users, click on “…” to start adding account.
- Select “Work or School” account.
- Next select “Scan QR Code”
- Finish accounting the account by scanning the QR code on your computer.
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Step 4: Final Step
- Enter the 6 digit number without a space from the app, in the box to complete the MFA process.
How does Multifactor Authentication (MFA) work?
Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) is an authentication method that requires the user to provide two or more verification factors to gain access to a resource such as an application, online account, or a VPN. MFA is a core component of a strong identity and access management (IAM) policy.
Time-Based One Time Password
Time Based One Time Password (TOTP) is a one-time password that is only useable for 30-60 seconds. This can be done using a smartphone app. VCCS policy states that students logging into MyMECC must configure MFA to verify your identity during the login process.