Set up two-step verification for your Microsoft Account.
You can also use this direct link to the Additional security options. Obtaining it is very easy and you’re good to go again in no-time at all! Enabling Two-Step Verification for your Microsoft AccountĪctually, Two-Step Verification applies to your Microsoft Account in general and not just access to your mailbox.
How can I gain access to my account again from Outlook without disabling the Two-Step Verification?Īfter enabling Two-Step Verification of, you may need a special App Password for applications which do not support the security codes generated during the Two-Step Verification process.Ĭonnecting via older versions of Outlook Desktop or any Mail App which uses the Exchange ActiveSync (EAS) protocol requires such an App Password. I know I am putting in the correct password as it still works when I try to log on to the website. After setting up Two-Step Verification on, I've been unable to connect Outlook with my account and am repeatedly being prompted for my password.
