Google Authenticator

Google LLC

About this app

Google Authenticator adds an extra layer of security to your online accounts by adding a second step of verification when you sign in. This means that in addition to your password, you'll also need to enter a code that is generated by the Google Authenticator app on your phone. The verification code can be generated by the Google Authenticator app on your phone, even if you don't have a network or mobile connection.
* Sync your Authenticator codes to your Google Account and across your devices. This way, you can always access them even if you lose your phone.
* Set up your Authenticator accounts automatically with a QR code. This is quick and easy, and it helps to ensure that your codes are set up correctly.
* Support for multiple accounts. You can use the Authenticator app to manage multiple accounts so that you don't have to switch between apps every time you need to sign in.
* Support for time-based and counter-based code generation. You can choose the type of code generation that best suits your needs.
* Transfer accounts between devices with a QR code. This is a convenient way to move your accounts to a new device.
* To use Google Authenticator with Google, you need to enable two-step verification on your Google Account. To get started visit http://www.google.com/2step Permission notice: Camera: Needed to add accounts using QR codes

Ratings and reviews

Since the last update, the app crashes immediately upon opening, rendering it useless. And judging by other reviews, I'm far from the only one with this issue. Reliability is a must for a security-app and it has failed spectacularly. [EDIT] A few days later, an update has fixed the issue. Increasing my rating, but only to 3* as such basic problems shouldn't happen with such a simple app.

It needs PIN and fingerprint protection. Also, a backup function in case you lose your phone. At least an offline backup which you can move somewhere secure. Also, a "thrash" folder where to move deleted keys, just in case you make the mistake of deleting them without wanting out realising that you still need them. Do this and you'll become one the best apps.

Awesome application. It's simple and has only a few features, which is fantastic. However, there is one big problem: the side scroll delete feature. An authenticator is a very important application, and this feature shouldn't be there. Another feature I suggest adding is push notification sign-in. When we add more than 10 accounts, it becomes difficult to figure out which email to use, then copy the code and paste it. The team should add a push notification feature similar to Microsoft.

What's new

* Cloud syncing: Your Authenticator codes can now be synced to your Google Account and across your devices, so that you can always access them even if you lose your phone.
* Privacy Screen: Access to Authenticator can now be protected by your screen lock, PIN or biometric.
* Improved UX and visuals: We've made the app easier to use and more visually appealing.