Microsoft Login Simplified: The Power Behind QR Code Adoption
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May 6, 2025 1:03 PM

Microsoft Login Simplified: The Power Behind QR Code Adoption

by HubSite 365 about Merill Fernando

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Key insights

  • Microsoft adopted QR codes to make the login process faster and more secure for users.

  • QR code login helps users avoid typing passwords, reducing the risk of password theft or phishing attacks.

  • This method lets people use their smartphones to scan a code, making it easy to sign in without entering personal information on shared or public computers.

  • Security improves because QR codes create a unique, time-limited code for each login session, making unauthorized access harder.

  • The change supports multi-factor authentication (MFA), adding another layer of protection for Microsoft accounts.

  • User experience becomes smoother and quicker since scanning a QR code is simple and familiar for most people.

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