How to Set Up a Passkey in Microsoft Authenticator – BEMO Docs

Follow the steps below to add a passkey to your BEMO work account using Microsoft Authenticator. Microsoft recommends creating the passkey directly from the Authenticator app.

iPhone (iOS)

Your iPhone must be running iOS 17 or later.

Step 1: Open Microsoft Authenticator

Open the Microsoft Authenticator app on your iPhone.

If this is your first time using Authenticator, select Add work or school account.
If you already use Authenticator but your BEMO account is not listed, select + > Work or school account > Sign in.
If your BEMO account is already listed, select your account and then select Create a passkey.

Screenshot that shows the first screen to appear for Authenticator for iOS devices. Screenshot that shows how to register by using Authenticator for iOS devices. Screenshot that shows how to create a passkey in Authenticator for iOS devices.

Step 2: Verify Your Identity

Complete the authentication request when prompted.

If your device requires it, Microsoft Authenticator may also ask you to configure a screen lock.

Screenshot that shows how to set up a screen lock for a passkey in Authenticator for Android devices.

Step 3: Enable Microsoft Authenticator for Passkeys

When Microsoft Authenticator prompts you to enable it as a passkey provider, select Settings.

Screenshot that shows opening Settings to follow the onscreen instructions by using Authenticator for iOS devices.

For iOS 18:

Settings > General > AutoFill & Passwords

For iOS 17:

Settings > Passwords > Password Options

Make sure:

AutoFill Passwords and Passkeys is turned on.
Authenticator is selected under AutoFill From.

Screenshot that shows the turn-on passkey support option in Authenticator for iOS devices.

Step 4: Complete the Setup

Return to Microsoft Authenticator and select Done.

You should now see Passkey listed as a sign-in method for your BEMO account.

Select Done again to finish.

Android

Your device must be running Android 14 or later.

Step 1: Open Microsoft Authenticator

Open the Microsoft Authenticator app on your Android device.

If this is your first time using Authenticator, select Add work or school account.
If you already use Authenticator but your BEMO account is not listed, select + > Work or school account > Sign in.
If your BEMO account is already listed, select your account and then select Create a passkey.

Step 2: Verify Your Identity

Complete the authentication request when prompted.

If required, Microsoft Authenticator will ask you to configure a screen lock.

Step 3: Enable Authenticator as a Passkey Provider

When prompted by Microsoft Authenticator, select Settings.

Screenshot that shows opening Settings and following the onscreen instructions by using Authenticator for Android devices.

The exact location of these settings may vary depending on your Android device manufacturer.

Open Passwords & accounts.

Screenshot that shows selecting passwords and password options by using Authenticator for Android devices.

Under Additional providers, make sure Authenticator is selected.

Screenshot that shows enabling Authenticator as a provider by using Authenticator for Android devices.

Step 4: Complete the Setup

Return to Microsoft Authenticator and select Done.

You should now see Passkey listed as a sign-in method for your BEMO account.

Select Done again to finish.

Need Help?

If you experience any issues while setting up your passkey, please contact the BEMO Support Team for assistance.

Microsoft Reference: Register passkeys in Authenticator on Android and iOS devices

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