How to sign into Office 365 (Email) for the first time

How to sign into Office 365 (Email) for the first time

How to Sign in to Office 365 for the First Time

Follow these steps to sign in to your Office 365 account for the first time, change your temporary password, and set up two-factor authentication (2FA).

Step 1: Sign in to Office 365

  1. Open a web browser and go to https://www.office.com.

  2. Click Sign in in the top right corner.

  3. Enter your school-provided email address and click Next.

  4. Enter the temporary password provided in your initial email and click Sign in.

Step 2: Change Your Password

  1. You will be prompted to update your password.

  2. Enter your temporary password in the Current password field.

  3. Create a new password following the password requirements displayed on the screen.

  4. Confirm your new password and click Submit.

  5. If the password meets the requirements, you will see a confirmation message, and you will be signed in with your new password.

Step 3: Set Up Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

  1. After changing your password, you will be prompted to set up additional security verification.

  2. Click Next to begin setting up two-factor authentication.

  3. Choose a verification method:

    • Microsoft Authenticator App (Recommended):

      • Click Set up account and follow the on-screen instructions to download the Microsoft Authenticator app.

      • Open the app and scan the QR code displayed on your screen.

      • Approve the sign-in request from your mobile device.

    • Phone Number (Alternative):

      • Select Phone and enter your mobile number.

      • Choose to receive a text message or phone call.

      • Enter the verification code sent to your phone and click Next.

Step 4: Confirm and Complete Setup

  1. After setting up 2FA, click Done to complete the process.

  2. You will now be signed into Office 365.

  3. If prompted, select whether to stay signed in on your device.

Step 5: Accessing Office 365

  1. Once logged in, you can access Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, and other Office 365 apps from the dashboard.

  2. Bookmark https://www.office.com for easy access.

Need Help? If you experience any issues, contact the IT support team for assistance.

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