The only caveat with this app is that every time you upgrade to a new phone or reset your device, you always have to re-enter all your accounts information. However, the app has received an update, which introduces the ability to backup your settings to the cloud to quickly recovery. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to backup and recover your accounts using the Microsoft Authentication app.
How to enable account backup for Microsoft Authenticator How to disable account backup for Microsoft Authenticator How to recover accounts on Microsoft Authenticator
How to enable account backup for Microsoft Authenticator
Use these steps to backup your accounts available on Microsoft Authenticator: Once you complete the steps, the Microsoft Authenticator settings will backup to the cloud account that you selected. Microsoft Authenticator backup
How to disable account backup for Microsoft Authenticator
Use these steps to disable and delete Microsoft Authenticator backup: After you complete the steps, Microsoft Authenticator backup will be deleted from the cloud, but your account will remain in the app. Microsoft Authenticator disable backup
How to recover accounts on Microsoft Authenticator
Once you complete the steps, the backup will download and restore on your phone, but you may still need to verify each account to complete the process, because Microsoft doesn’t store your passwords. Microsoft Authenticator recovery The Microsoft Authenticator app is available for both Android and iOS devices. If you’re using an iOS device, then you will need an iCloud account to store the backup. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.