What is Google Authenticator?
Google Authenticator is a software-based authenticator made by Google that uses a 2-Step Verification (also known as two-factor authentication) thereby adding an extra layer of security to your account. You sign in with something you know (your password) and something you have (a code sent to your phone).
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89 Likeliness to Recommend
95 Plan to Renew
88 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
Emotional Footprint Overview
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+92 Net Emotional Footprint
The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.
How much do users love Google Authenticator?
Pros
- Reliable
- Respectful
- Trustworthy
- Fair
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Feature Ratings
Multi-Device Protection
Email Authentication
OTP Authentication
Browser Push Notifications
Biometrics Authentication
Role-Based Multi-Factor Authentication
Hard Token Authentication
Integration APIs
Dashboards, Analytics and Reporting
Role and User Management
Vendor Capability Ratings
Ease of IT Administration
Ease of Implementation
Business Value Created
Quality of Features
Usability and Intuitiveness
Breadth of Features
Ease of Data Integration
Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement
Availability and Quality of Training
Ease of Customization
Vendor Support
Google Authenticator Reviews
Jatin K.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Submitted Nov 2024
Neat and Clean UI, Fantastic features
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
There are multiple capabilities of Google Authenticator which differentiate it from other similar products, like simplicity, ability to work offline once its set up done, Smooth integration with other Google ecosystem and It is not required to create account just scan the QR and can start using it unlike other competitors.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
I love the most in it is Its simplicity and Offline functionality, it doesn't rely on network connections so it can work quickly and efficiently also privacy friendly.
What do you dislike most about this product?
Google Authenticator have a actual drawback is its lack of backup option. If you are changing your device or lost it, All your stored authentication will be lost which can be a big problem if you don't have any alternative recovery method for each account. The lack of backup can be frustrating and have potential issues.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
If you are considering Google Authenticator so here are few - Since it doesn't have backup option so You must have a plan of transferring your code to a new device, Use Authenticator as a dedicated device, you can get rid of data lost by doing regular backup like alternative phone or email on an individual account.
Pros
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Trustworthy
- Unique Features
Tom S.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Education
- Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Submitted Nov 2024
Easy to use, but features disappoint
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
No difference
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
It is free
What do you dislike most about this product?
User cannot rename the vendor/website and has to rely on auto-generated titles
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Try something different
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Performance Enhancing
- Respectful
Cons
- Vendor's Interest First
- Less Transparent
- Charges for Enhancements
Diana M.
- Role: Sales Marketing
- Industry: Finance
- Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Submitted Nov 2024
Great for security and privacy
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
Google Authenticator have great simplicity, reliable. no data collection, Open source, Google account integration.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
The convenience and user friendly and easy to use which make its better to keep accounts safe.
What do you dislike most about this product?
There is no back up for 2FA which can be a hassle if i loose access the device.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
have great features that helps to keep accounts safe and no data collection.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Enables Productivity