Multi-factor Authentication (Microsoft MFA)

Service Description

Microsoft MFA is UWM’s multi-factor authentication service. Multi-factor authentication helps secure your UWM account by requiring something you have (your device) in addition to something you know (your password) to confirm your identity during login.

Service Information

Service Access
  • All UWM account holders are required to use multi-factor authentication.
  • If your UWM account is not yet enrolled in MFA, you will be prompted to do so when logging into online services such as PAWS, Canvas, or Microsoft 365.
Service Availability
  • This service is available at all times except during unscheduled outages.
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