Registering for MyView Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Even if you do not need to, we strongly recommend that you register for MyView Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for additional security.
How to enable MFA
You can enable MFA by:
- logging into MyView
- selecting the account icon (top right)
- selecting Security Settings
- toggling to enable Multi-factor Authentication (MFA)
Setting up MFA and Authenticator app
Step 1: Go to MyView
- Visit the MyView login page
- Enter your Payroll ID and password
Step 2: Follow the on-screen instructions
You will be prompted to set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
Step 3: Set up the Microsoft Authenticator app
There are two ways to set up the authenticator app - choose to scan a QR code if you have two devices, or enter a code manually if you only have one device.
Option 1: Scan a QR code
Follow these steps if you have two devices, such as a laptop and mobile, and are able to scan a QR code.
- Open the Microsoft Authenticator app on your phone
- Select the + icon and choose 'Other account (Google, Facebook, etc)'
- Scan the QR code shown on the MyView screen
- A new account called HG will be created, showing your name as held in the payroll system
Option 2: Enter a code manually
Follow these steps if you only have one device.
- Select Show manual entry code on the MyView screen
- In the Authenticator app, tap the '+' icon and choose 'Other account (Google, Facebook, etc)'
- Tap Enter code manually
- Enter hg@highland.gov.uk as the account name
- Paste the manual entry code into the Secret key field
- Select Finish to create the HG account
Step 4: Enter the 6-digit code
- Select the HG account in the Authenticator app to generate a 6-digit code
- Enter this code in MyView to complete the setup
You will only need to complete these steps once. Once you have set up MFA, you can then log in using our guide for logging in on a personal device.