# Xero Verify

> Add a second layer of security to your account with multi-factor authentication

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xero.authenticator](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xero.authenticator)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.xero.authenticator`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Xero Accounting
- **Category:** BUSINESS
- **Downloads:** 1,801,418
- **Rating:** 4.78 / 5 (17,351 ratings)
- **Version:** 12.09.2025.27-release
- **Last updated:** 2025-11-18
- **First published:** 2021-02-28
- **Publisher country:** NZ
- **Size:** 19 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xero.authenticator)
- **Website:** [http://www.xero.com/?utm\_source=Google\_Play&utm\_medium=Apps\_Market&utm\_campaign=Apps\_Market\_Listings](http://www.xero.com/?utm_source=Google_Play&utm_medium=Apps_Market&utm_campaign=Apps_Market_Listings)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.xero.com/au/about/privacy/?utm\_source=Google\_Play&utm\_medium=Apps\_Market&utm\_campaign=Apps\_Market\_Listings](https://www.xero.com/au/about/privacy/?utm_source=Google_Play&utm_medium=Apps_Market&utm_campaign=Apps_Market_Listings)

## Description

Xero Verify is the official authentication app from Xero Ltd that adds a second layer of security to your Xero account. Free to use, it helps protect your business from account takeover by requiring multi-factor authentication (MFA). You can approve sign-ins instantly with push notifications or generate six-digit verification codes when you're offline. Setup is quick via QR code, and permissions are limited to camera access (for QR scanning) and push notifications.

Designed specifically for Xero accounts, Xero Verify reduces the risk of unauthorized access even if your email and password are compromised. It’s easy to use, fast to set up, and backed by Xero’s privacy and security policies. Learn more via Xero’s privacy policy and terms of use links in the app.

## Rankings

- #48,152 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.xero.authenticator.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Many users find Xero Verify improves login security, and a subset consider it handy and easy to use. However, recurrent issues dominate: authentication often fails, codes don’t work or don’t sync across devices, and QR-based setup can be troublesome. The app also enforces a separate MFA device and restricts using preferred 2FA apps, which increases friction. Support is frequently hard to reach. Overall, the app is security-forward but plagued by reliability and setup problems that hinder everyday use.

### Pros

- Enhances security with MFA for logging in
- Handy/quick to use once set up
- Simple and easy-to-use interface for some users
- Viewed by some reviewers as a lifesaver for workflow when paired with Xero services

### Cons

- Frequent authentication failures and unreliable login
- QR code setup issues and codes not syncing between devices
- Forces use of a separate MFA device and discourages using other 2FA apps
- Poor or hard-to-reach customer support/contact options
- Notifications or verification codes not received reliably

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xero.authenticator)