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User count 5,000,000+ 66,000,000+
Average rating 3.83 4.50
Rating count 1,856 287,842
Last updated 2024-02-21 2024-04-27
Size 5.09M 66.07M
Version 6.3.6 6.0.1
Short description
Authenticator generates two-factor authentication codes in your browser. Block ads and pop-ups on YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, and your favorite websites.
Full summary

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
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