Authenticator

Authenticator generates two-factor authentication codes in your browser.

Authenticator: Secure 2FA Codes Generator in Your Browser

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.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 6,000,000+
Version: 8.0.1 (Last updated: 2024-08-27)
Creation date: 2020-05-17
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • storage
  • identity
  • alarms
  • scripting
Size: 3.01M
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Authenticator: 2FA Client (v8.0.1)
2,234,982+ 3.50 (111)

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 well for multi-factor authentication (MFA)
  • Convenient to use on a PC instead of mobile devices
  • User-friendly interface for copying and pasting codes
  • Syncs with Google effectively
  • Helps manage multiple 2FA accounts easily
Cons
  • Loss of codes if the extension is uninstalled
  • Backup to Google Drive not functioning correctly
  • Issues with QR code scanning
  • Not user-friendly for some
  • Not working for certain users, causing frustration
Most mentioned
  • Backup issues
  • QR code scanning problems
  • User experience and accessibility
  • Loss of access due to resetting the extension
  • General effectiveness for authentication tasks
User reviews
Works, I imported my google authenticator to this, and *Bam* works like magic.
by Putu Krisna Satya, 2025-03-10

説明が英語しかなく最初は意味が分からなかったがとりあえずちゃんと使えますw
by deep space 2045, 2025-03-08

Loading is blocking everything using both Brave browser and Chrome browser. Please update.
by Bosgftv, 2025-03-07
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Authenticator does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Low Request access to the following domains:
Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Authenticator. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • Low This extension was updated more than 6 months ago. Older versions are more likely to be stable and safe.
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