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description: Instructions for initial set-up and updating MFA settings
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# MFA / Multi-factor Authentication

## Instructions for initial set-up and updating MFA settings

### Initial MFA Setup

Multi-factor Authentication must be completed upon initial login into the Workday System.

After completing the setup, you will be required to “authenticate” that you are authorized to access the system. 

**Helpful guides:**

- **MFA[Setup Guide (includes images)](https://help.northampton.edu/hubfs/Microsoft%20Authenticator%20Setup%20Guide.pdf?hsLang=en)**
- [**MFA quick reference guide (no images)**](https://help.northampton.edu/hubfs/MFA%20Quick%20Reference%20Guide.pdf?hsLang=en)

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### **For further assistance restoring or updating MFA**

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