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
Khushi R.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Oct 2024
Security Management
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
Code changes every time for logging in which makes more secured.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
The UI is simple and straightforward to use,. It is effortless and reliable mobile app.
What do you dislike most about this product?
Several issues with clients losing their keys due to lack of auto-backup.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
There is no additional security for Google Authenticator like biometrics or a passcode. So, it makes the job of malware easy as the application is open.
Pros
- Reliable
- Enables Productivity
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
Anirudh J.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: Vendor Management and Renewal
Submitted Oct 2024
"Works offline, enhancing security"
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
1) Simplicity and Offline Use 2) No Cloud Dependency 3) No Push Notifications
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
1) Generating secure one-time passwords (TOTP) without requiring an internet connection.
What do you dislike most about this product?
1) No Multi-Device Support
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
1) Evaluate Your Needs 2) Utilize Backup Codes
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
Thomas B S.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Transportation
- Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Submitted Sep 2024
Simple Free Authenticator, It just works!
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
It's connected to your Google account for syncing/backup purposes.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Ease of use (tap to copy code, easy to see "expiration" timeout timer)
What do you dislike most about this product?
Would love a complete authentication platform (similar to KeePass) to keep passwords safe & accessible along side the 2FA.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
If you need a 2FA authentication app on your mobile device, this fits the bill!
Pros
- Reliable
- Enables Productivity
- Saves Time
- Security Protects
Cons
- Slower Product Innovation