Setup Guide: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) & Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR)

This guide explains how to set up both Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) and Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) for your Middlebury Account.  MFA is used to confirm that you are, in fact, the actual account owner, while SSPR provides a way for you to reset your account password without assistance.

1. Before you get started, we suggest having your computer/laptop and mobile phone accessible.  (If you do not own a smart phone please call the Helpdesk at 802-443-2200 for assistance.)

2. Visit http://go.middlebury.edu/mfasetup/ and sign in using your full username@middlebury.edu address and your password.

3. Click Next to proceed at the More information required prompt. 

4. Click Next to configure the Microsoft Authenticator app.  The app is strongly preferred because it works even without cell service and is linked to a device, not your specific phone number.  Follow the on-screen prompts to finish installing and setting up the app. (If the app is not an option for you, see step 5.) 

5. (Optional)   If Microsoft's Authenticator app is not an option for you, select I want to set up a different method. Follow the on-screen prompts to configure an alternate option.  

6. Add a Phone number to use as a backup verification option. Text messages and phone call verification are both supported.

7. Once two methods are configured, click the Done button when prompted.  Your MFA setup is now complete but you need to complete step 8 so you'll be able to reset your password without assistance.