Configure SSPR in Entra ID

Skillbuilder Collection
Azure Admin Series

Lab Overview

In this lab, you will configure Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) in Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory). Self-Service Password Reset allows users to reset their own passwords without needing to contact IT support, reducing help desk workload and improving user experience. You will explore how to enable and configure SSPR, set up authentication methods for password recovery, and test the functionality from a user perspective. By the end of the lab, you will understand how to implement and manage SSPR to enhance the efficiency and security of your organization’s password management processes.

Learning Objectives

By completing this lab, you will be able to:

    • Navigate the Microsoft Entra Admin Center to locate the Self-Service Password Reset settings.
    • Enable Self-Service Password Reset for an entire organization or for a specific group within your organization.
    • Configure authentication methods such as email, mobile phone, etc for SSPR.

Exam Relevance

The skills you learn in this lab are necessary to pass the following Azure certification exams:

    • AZ-104
    • AZ-305
    • MS-102

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