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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

84

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

Emmanuel Arum N.

  • Role: Operations
  • Industry: Education
  • Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Oct 2024

Fantastic peoducts

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

It's user-friendly interface and security

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

User interface

What do you dislike most about this product?

Nothing at the moment

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

It's a worthy tool

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Enables Productivity
  • Trustworthy

Darshan C.

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

Submitted Oct 2024

Good features and accessibility

Likeliness to Recommend

8 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

Security Google Authenticator is considered more secure than SMS because TOTP codes are harder to crack than static passwords or SMS codes. Simplicity Google Authenticator is a simple and free app that's easy to use and works across many websites. Availability Google Authenticator is available on both Android and iOS.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Security Google encrypts Authenticator codes and keeps sign-in information safe with your Google Account. Convenience You can sign in to thousands of apps and websites with Sign in with Google. You can also use passkeys to sign in to your devices without typing a password. Backup Google Authenticator provides backup codes that can be used if your device is lost or disconnected.

What do you dislike most about this product?

Lack of encryption If a cybercriminal gains access to your 2FA QR code, they can generate the same one-time codes as you, which can lead to security risks like account takeover or data leakage. Fake apps Using a fake Google Authenticator app can lead to serious consequences, such as the theft of personal information like passwords and bank account details.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Security Google encrypts Authenticator codes and keeps sign-in information safe with your Google Account. Convenience You can sign in to thousands of apps and websites with Sign in with Google. You can also use passkeys to sign in to your devices without typing a password. Backup Google Authenticator provides backup codes that can be used if your device is lost or disconnected.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Enables Productivity

Joe C.

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

Submitted Oct 2024

Google authenticator secures

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

Google authenticator setup is effortless and mobile application is easy to control.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

It's never provides wrong OTP code.

What do you dislike most about this product?

It doesn't have a window or Mac application.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Mostly it secures payment platform

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Transparent
  • Continually Improving Product

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