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Google Authenticator

Composite Score
8.9 /10
CX Score
9.2 /10
Category
Google Authenticator
8.9 /10

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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Google Authenticator Ratings

Real user data aggregated to summarize the product performance and customer experience.
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Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

89 Likeliness to Recommend

95 Plan to Renew

88 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value


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Emotional Footprint Overview

Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

+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?

2% Negative
5% Neutral
93% Positive

Pros

  • Reliable
  • Respectful
  • Trustworthy
  • Fair

Feature Ratings

Average 83

Multi-Device Protection

87

Email Authentication

86

OTP Authentication

86

Browser Push Notifications

85

Biometrics Authentication

85

Role-Based Multi-Factor Authentication

83

Hard Token Authentication

83

Integration APIs

83

Dashboards, Analytics and Reporting

82

Role and User Management

82

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 83

Ease of IT Administration

88

Ease of Implementation

87

Business Value Created

86

Quality of Features

85

Usability and Intuitiveness

84

Breadth of Features

84

Ease of Data Integration

82

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

81

Availability and Quality of Training

81

Ease of Customization

79

Vendor Support

79

Google Authenticator Reviews

Vaibhav S.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Engineering
  • Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Apr 2024

Secure Authentication app

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

Reliability, security, and user interface.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

User interface and two-factor authentication.

What do you dislike most about this product?

I don't dislike Google Authenticator , it's an amazing tool for authentication.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

It is highly recommended for the business to ensure the secure and safe transformation of the codes.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Reliable
  • Enables Productivity
  • Trustworthy

Mukesh K.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Engineering
  • Involvement: End User of Application
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Apr 2024

Increase Productivity

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

The Google Authenticator app is based on the one-time password algorithm specified in the Internet Engineering Task Force's (IETF). The one-time password algorithm generates a six-digit passcode that factors in the current time of day to ensure that each passcode is unique. Passcodes are changed at regular intervals.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Be predictable, make navigation easy, and button captions clear. Make the app adaptive and easy to learn and navigate for users.

What do you dislike most about this product?

As of now, I don't find anything that I dislike about the product.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Trust the Google system and use it for securing your online data to prevent leaks.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Enables Productivity
  • Unique Features

Billy M.

  • Role: Sales Marketing
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Apr 2024

Fantastic product!

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

Google Authenticator stands out with its simplicity and reliability in providing two-factor authentication (2FA). Its ease of use, cross-platform compatibility, and integration with various online services make it a widely adopted choice for enhancing account security.

What do you dislike most about this product?

One drawback of Google Authenticator is its lack of cloud backup functionality, which can be inconvenient if users lose access to their device or need to switch devices. Additionally, its user interface could be considered somewhat basic compared to some other similar authentication apps.

Pros

  • Trustworthy
  • Inspires Innovation
  • Caring
  • Respectful

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