Authenticator: 2FA Client

Name: Authenticator: 2FA Client
Rating: 3.5 (122 reviews)
Author: mymindstorm

Authenticator generates two-factor authentication codes in your browser.

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Authenticator is a robust Chrome extension that generates two-factor authentication (2FA) codes directly in your browser, adding a vital layer of security to your online accounts. Supporting standards like TOTP and HOTP, as well as popular services such as Steam Guard and Blizzard Authenticator, it ensures wide compatibility.

Key features include easy account addition via QR code scanning, quick account searching with a shortcut key, encryption of secrets with a password for enhanced security, and availability in over ten languages. Being open-source promotes transparency and trust. Remember to keep backups of your authentication secrets and encrypt them, especially when logged into Microsoft accounts, to maintain optimal security.

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Version:

8.0.1 Last updated: 2024-08-26

Creation date:

2021-10-22

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Permissions:

activeTab
storage
identity
alarms
scripting

Size:

2.88MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Edge Add-on Store

Data ingested on:

2025-07-17

Ranking

# 54

Other rankings

#7 in encrypt keyword 20

#13 in source code keyword 26

#35 in steam keyword 51

#44 in location keyword 38 ▼ 1

#57 in safe keyword 48 ▼ 1

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Authenticator (v8.0.1)

7,000,000 3.73

(2,202)

Authenticator (v8.0.2)

119,207 4.25

(381)

User reviews

Users appreciate the add-on's seamless data synchronization with Edge and cross-device consistency, as well as persistence even after system reinstall. However, significant issues include failure to sync with specific services, loss of 2FA codes due to lack of cloud backup or corruption, poor user guidance, and website errors affecting account setup. Some also find manual key entry inconvenient. Overall, while functionality is praised, reliability and usability problems are common concerns.

Pros

Data syncs automatically with Edge, keeping codes consistent across multiple devices.
Good usability and functionality as a 2FA client according to some users.
Data persists even after reinstalling the computer, indicating good data retention and backup.
Supports authorization with GitHub 2FA.
Multilingual support evident (some reviews in Chinese indicate positive feedback).

Cons

Fails to sync with certain services like Facebook and BCEID, causing sign-in issues.
Lacks user guidance or instructions, making setup or usage confusing.
User data lost unexpectedly due to app corruption or switching accounts without cloud backup, leading to loss of all 2FA codes.
Website errors prevent account setup, hindering initial use.
Some users find the UI or manual input process cumbersome, with key input options buried in submenus.

Recent reviews

Ha dejado de sincronizar con Facebook

by sa*****, 2025-07-12

Stopped working for BCEID, can't sign in or sycn/set up - other MFA apps work, I think this is DOA.

by Mi*****, 2025-07-07

by CA*****, 2025-07-07

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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Authenticator: 2FA Client does not require any sensitive permissions.

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Risk likelihood

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Authenticator: 2FA Client has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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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