Does La Trobe University work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

Yes. La Trobe University supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.

Is La Trobe University two-factor authentication free?

Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on La Trobe University is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.

What if I lose access to my La Trobe University 2FA codes?

Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact La Trobe University support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.

How to enable 2FA on La Trobe University

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Enable two-factor authentication on La Trobe University to stop unauthorized logins. After setup, La Trobe University asks for a rotating code from MS Authenticator App in addition to your password.

Step-by-step setup

1
Sign in to La Trobe University and open your La Trobe University account security settings.
2
Turn on two-factor authentication and choose the authenticator-app option.
Look for "Authenticator app", "Authentication app", or "TOTP" rather than SMS.
3
Scan the QR code with MS Authenticator App.
Open MS Authenticator App, tap add, and point your camera at the QR code La Trobe University displays. Can't scan? Enter the setup key manually instead.
4
Enter the 6-digit code to confirm.
Type the code MS Authenticator App generates to verify and link your La Trobe University account.
5
Save your backup codes.
Store the recovery codes La Trobe University gives you somewhere safe — you'll need them if you lose your phone.

Menu names on La Trobe University can change — the official La Trobe University 2FA documentation ↗ always has the exact, current path.

Frequently asked questions

Does La Trobe University work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?: Yes. La Trobe University supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.
Is La Trobe University two-factor authentication free?: Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on La Trobe University is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.
What if I lose access to my La Trobe University 2FA codes?: Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact La Trobe University support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.

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