Title: How to Set Your Microsoft Password Recovery Methods for O365
Last Updated: 9-23-2023
Applicable to: Camin Cargo Employees using Microsoft O365
Overview:
Forgetting your password can halt productivity. However, by setting up password recovery methods for your Microsoft O365 account, you can swiftly regain access to your account without contacting the IT department. This article guides you through setting up these methods.
Objective:
You will learn how to establish password recovery methods to use with the Microsoft password reset tool at https://passwordreset.microsoftonline.com/.
Steps:
Navigate to the Microsoft password reset tool by clicking here.
Log in with your Microsoft O365 email address and password.
Once logged in, look for the Security & Privacy section.
Under Password Reset, click on Setup or Update my sign-in methods.
Here, you will see multiple methods for password recovery:
- Email: Set up an alternative email address that is not associated with your O365 account. Microsoft will send a verification code to this email during a password reset.
- Phone: Add a phone number where you can receive a text or a call with a verification code.
- Security Questions: Choose security questions and provide answers that only you would know.
Choose and set up at least one of the aforementioned methods. For greater security, consider setting up multiple methods.
Once set up, remember to save changes.
Test the recovery methods by logging out and attempting to reset your password using the same link.
Precautions:
Always ensure the recovery methods you select are secure and accessible only to you. Do not share security question answers or keep them in easily accessible places. It's crucial to keep your alternative email address active and updated, as it's a common recovery method.
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