A Microsoft app for iOS and Android devices that enables authentication with two-factor verification, phone sign-in, and code generation
Based on the description, the Microsoft Authenticator prompt is appearing, but the sign-in cannot be completed. This aligns with the "Authentication did not complete" behavior.
Try the following steps in order:
- Ensure the Authenticator app is unlocked
- Open Microsoft Authenticator on the device.
- If the app is protected by PIN/biometrics, unlock it first.
- Then try the sign-in again so the approval/entry box can appear correctly.
- Check notification settings
- Make sure notifications are enabled for Microsoft Authenticator on the device.
- Disable “silent” or minimized notifications so prompts are visible.
- Also check SMS messages in case a code was sent silently.
- Update the Authenticator app
- Install the latest version of Microsoft Authenticator from the official store, as outdated versions can cause sign-in failures.
- Check network connectivity
- Ensure the device has a working internet connection.
- If on Wi‑Fi, switch to mobile data (or vice versa) and retry the sign-in.
- Verify device date and time
- On the device, enable automatic date and time, or manually correct them if inaccurate.
- If credentials are forgotten
- If sign-in also fails due to incorrect password, use the official reset flow:
If these steps do not resolve the issue and no alternative verification method (SMS, email, backup codes) is available, contact Microsoft support using the sign-in helper or support options for further assistance.
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