Authenticator

Authenticator generates two-factor authentication codes in your browser.
What is Authenticator?
Authenticator is a Chrome extension designed to generate two-factor authentication codes in your browser. It supports multiple accounts, QR code scanning, data encryption, and offers backup options. Available in multiple languages and compatible with various authentication standards, it serves as an invaluable tool for enhancing online security.
Download

Extension stats

Users: 6,000,000+
Version: 8.0.1 (Last updated: 2024-08-27)
Creation date: 2020-05-17
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • storage
  • identity
  • alarms
  • scripting
Size: 3.01M

Ranking

# 73
Other rankings
Upgrade to see more rankings

Other platforms

Authenticator (v8.0.2)
4.33 (328) 107,892+
Authenticator: 2FA Client (v8.0.1)
3.60 (99) 1,994,948+
Want to check extension ranking and stats more quickly for other Chrome extensions? Install Chrome-Stats extension to view Chrome-Stats data as you browse the Chrome Web Store.

Extension summary

Analyze keywords

Authenticator generates two-factor authentication (2FA) codes in your browser. Use it to add an extra layer of security to your online accounts.

Always keep a backup of your secrets in a safe location.

Encrypting your secrets is strongly recommended, especially if you are logged into a Google account.

Features:

  • Add accounts by scanning QR codes
  • Search your accounts by pressing "/"
  • Translated into more than ten languages
  • Encrypt your secrets with a password
  • Backup your secrets to a file, Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, or Dropbox
  • Sync your secrets with your Google Account
  • Import data from Google Authenticator offical mobile App
  • Open source
See more

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works perfectly
  • Easy QR code import feature
  • Reliable and saves time
  • Useful for 2FA authorization
Cons
  • Difficult to understand for new users
  • Syncing issues between devices
  • Can lose accounts or delete self during updates
  • Slow loading times
Most mentioned
  • Usability issues
  • Syncing between devices
  • QR code functionality
Recent reviews
app rất đc, nhờ app tui đã bật đc 2 bước xác minh trong roblox
by Kiên Đặng, 2024-11-21
by César S. Lafetá Jr, 2024-11-20
No longer works, as of 11/19 - Version 8.0.1
by Nathan Kemble, 2024-11-19
View all user reviews

Extension safety

Risk impact

Authenticator does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

Authenticator has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

Upgrade to see risk analysis details

Promo images

Authenticator small promo image
Small promo image

Similar extensions

Here are some Chrome extensions that are similar to Authenticator:

GAuth Authenticator
GAuth Authenticator
https://gauth.apps.gbraad.nl
3.30
100,000+
QR creator
QR creator
Uğur KINIK
4.33
10,000+
Open Two-Factor Authenticator
Open Two-Factor Authenticator
https://add0n.com
3.20
10,000+
2FA Authenticator app
2FA Authenticator app
https://typingdna.com
3.35
40,000+
Mistransmission Prevention - Satellite office
Mistransmission Prevention - Satellite office
https://sateraito-apps-gososhinboshi.appspot.com
3.00
100,000+
Password Manager Authenticator
Password Manager Authenticator
DAT - Dream Authentication Team
4.60
9,000+
Discord Token Login
Discord Token Login
[email protected]
3.73
600,000+
TOTP Authenticator
TOTP Authenticator
https://www.binaryboot.com
2.14
30,000+
2FAS - Two Factor Authentication
2FAS - Two Factor Authentication
https://2fas.com
3.54
40,000+
Authenticator App
Authenticator App
https://2stable.com
2.32
20,000+
TronLink
TronLink
Helix Tech Company Limited
3.04
600,000+
DeFi Saver Gas Prices Extension
DeFi Saver Gas Prices Extension
DeFi Saver
4.75
20,000+