Enabling Multi-Factor Authentication

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) in Veeam Backup for Microsoft Azure is based on the Time-based One-Time Password (TOTP) method that requires the user to verify the user identity by providing a temporary six-digit code generated by an authentication application running on a trusted device.

To enable MFA for a user accessing Veeam Backup for Microsoft Azure as a Backup Administrator, do the following:

1. Switch to the Configuration page.
2. Navigate to Accounts > Backup Admins.
3. Select the account and click Enable MFA.
4. In the MFA Settings window, do the following:

1. Install a supported authentication application on a trusted device. To view the list of authentication applications supported by Veeam Backup for Microsoft Azure, click See a list of compatible applications.

You can use any application that supports the TOTP protocol.

2. Scan the displayed QR code using the camera of the trusted device.

You can also provide a secret code that you can find in the Alternatively, type in the secret code field if you do not want to scan the QR code.

3. In the Type the received MFA code field, enter a verification code sent by the authentication application.

4. Click OK.