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You wouldn’t drive without wearing a seat belt. And you (hopefully) wouldn’t leave your office door wide open overnight. So why go online without an extra layer of protection?
We’re talking about Multifactor Authentication (MFA) – a fancy term for a simple idea: a second lock on your digital front door.
A password alone is like locking your front door… and hiding the key under the mat. MFA adds a second step, like needing a fingerprint, a secret code, or a tap on your phone. So even if someone gets your password, they still can’t get in.
Think of it like this:
Not required, but very, very smart.
You’ve probably used MFA without realizing it. It comes in forms like:
Most of the time, it’s just a one-tap process.
Let’s say someone guesses your password (it happens). With MFA turned on, you get a text or alert before anything bad happens. You can then change your password and block the hacker out.
Even better? Microsoft found that MFA blocks over 99.2% of account hacks. That’s like wearing armor to a food fight—way more protection than you’ll probably need, but still very satisfying.
Short answer: everywhere you care about your data. Start with:
Most apps and websites make it super easy to turn on MFA. Just go into your settings, pick your preferred method, and you’re good to go.
MFA is quick, free, and wildly effective. Turning it on today could save you from a major headache tomorrow.
Not sure where to start? Your IT provider can help. Or better yet, let our team make it easy for you. Schedule a free discovery call and we’ll help you lock things down—before the bad guys even get a chance.