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When you got a Spam message earlier did you follow any links or downloaded any attachments from it?
No, I replied to the message but did not download anything
Okay, good.
Do you see any error messages when trying to log in to your Microsoft account?
No, but I couldn't use my password
Okay, where did you try to log in with your Microsoft account?
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Your Outlook account might be temporarily blocked because Microsoft noticed some unusual sign-in activity.
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Tell me please, do you have an Authentication app on your phone?
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I can login to Outlook, and I got an email this morning to say there had been some activity. Yes, I do have that app on my phone
Okay, good, I'd recommend you change the password on your email box and keep using an Authenticator to protect your account from hackers.
I tried to use the Authenticator, they asked for my PIN but I have no idea what it is!
The pin used for opening Microsoft Authenticator is your device pin as it uses the user credentials tied to the device.
What device?
You can use the PIN you are using to log into your Microsoft account on your computer.
I have been able to login, thanks
I was glad to help!
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