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How to set up Multi-Factor Authentication on RDP

Configure MFA for RDP easily with specialized services

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Updated onAugust 5, 2024

updated onAugust 5, 2024

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Many are using Remote Desktop Protocol to access remote PCs, and if you want to take your security to a new level, we suggest using multi-factor authentication for RDP.

MFA is extremely useful, and if you’re using VPNs, be sure to check our guide on how toset up MFA for VPN. Setting multi-factor authentication doesn’t have to be difficult; in today’s guide, we will show you the best ways to do it.

How can I set up multi-factor authentication in RDP?

How can I set up multi-factor authentication in RDP?

1. Use ADSelfService Plus

Do not hesitate to give it a try as well!

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2. Use Azure Multi-Factor Authentication

If you want toexclude a user from MFA on Azure, this guide will come in handy.

Setting up multi-factor authentication for RDP can be complicated, depending on your service.

However, some services are more straightforward to configure than others, so use the ones that match your needs. To find suitable software for these needs, we suggest using one of thesemulti-factor authentication softwaretools.

What methods do you use for MFA for RDP? Let us know in the comments section below.

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Milan Stanojevic

Windows Toubleshooting Expert

Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.

Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.

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Milan Stanojevic

Windows Toubleshooting Expert

Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.