SMS and Voice MFA Are Retiring in Microsoft Entra: What Should Replace Them?

Microsoft Entra SMS and voice MFA retirement is coming. Learn when to use passkeys, Windows Hello for Business, QR code sign in and Temporary Access Pass.
Practical Microsoft security, identity and governance insights
Practical Microsoft security, identity and governance insights

Microsoft Entra SMS and voice MFA retirement is coming. Learn when to use passkeys, Windows Hello for Business, QR code sign in and Temporary Access Pass.

Microsoft Entra passwordless password change arrives in October 2026. Learn how it differs from SSPR and what hybrid identity teams should test.

Microsoft is automatically enabling passkeys in Entra, accelerating the shift to passwordless authentication. This technical deep dive explains configuration, device sync behaviour and best practices for deploying passkeys securely with Conditional Access.