The Tiny Extra Step
That Could Save Your Digital Life

You wouldn’t drive without a seat belt. You wouldn’t leave your office unlocked overnight. So why go online without multifactor authentication (MFA)?
What Is MFA (and Why It Matters)
MFA is like putting a second lock on your digital doors. Even if someone gets your password, they’ll hit a dead end unless they also have your phone, your fingerprint, or a special code only you can access.
That extra step? It makes a huge difference—and takes barely any effort on your part.
It’s Quick. It’s Easy. It Works.
If your password is like locking the front door, MFA is like setting the alarm. It’s not strictly required, but it could be the thing that stops a break-in.
Most MFA methods are fast and simple—think text codes, push notifications, or a one-time password. Click, confirm, done.
How MFA Saves the Day
Let’s say someone tries to log in to your account using a stolen password. MFA kicks in and alerts you—giving you a chance to change your login and stop a breach before it starts.
Even if an employee slips up and shares their password (it happens!), MFA blocks the bad guys from getting in. Microsoft says enabling MFA cuts the risk of account compromise by more than 99%. That’s huge.
Where You Need MFA
Start here:
- Banking and finance apps
- Email and cloud storage
- Social media accounts
- Work logins tied to sensitive data