Learn how to sign in and create app passwords for Microsoft apps and devices that don't support two-step verification.

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As you're getting your Microsoft 365 business subscription set up, you'll want to download and install your Microsoft 365 apps, like Word, Excel, Microsoft Teams, and PowerPoint, on your PC or Mac. Go to microsoft365.com and sign in with your Microsoft 365 account. Select Install apps.

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If you're using a personal Microsoft account (such as, alain@outlook.com) with two-factor verification, you can manage your app passwords from the Security basics page. For detailed instructions, see "Using app passwords with apps that don't support two-step verification" in this article.