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Does Azure MFA support hardware tokens?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 11:33 am

Azure MFA supports both hardware and software tokens. Hardware tokens are physical devices that you physically insert into a MFA server to authenticate yourself. Software tokens are digital devices that you use to authenticate yourself. Azure MFA supports both types of tokens.

You can use either type of token with your MFA account. You don’t need to choose one over the other.

There are a few things to keep in mind when using hardware tokens with Azure MFA. First, make sure that the hardware token is properly configured and registered with the MFA server. Second, make sure that the MFA server is properly configured to accept the hardware token.

PRO TIP: There is no official word from Microsoft on whether or not Azure MFA will support hardware tokens in the future. This is something that may be added down the line, but there is no guarantee. For now, those who want to use hardware tokens for MFA will need to use a third-party solution.

Third, make sure that the hardware token is secure. Fourth, be sure to backup your hardware token in case it becomes lost or damaged.

When using software tokens with Azure MFA, be sure to register the software token with the MFA server. The MFA server can then authenticate the software token using the user’s credentials.

Be sure to backup your software token in case it becomes lost or damaged.

Overall, Azure MFA supports both hardware and software tokens. You can use either type of token with your MFA account.

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