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The best authenticator app isn’t from Google or Microsoft — it's actually open-source

Aegis Authenticator is open source with a public codebase. With closed-source options like Google or Microsoft Authenticator, ...
CNET

Google Authenticator Now Syncs One-Time Passcodes to Your Account

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Lifehacker

How to Finally Use Google Authenticator Without Your Phone

Ever since it came out, Google Authenticator has been a popular choice for generating two-factor authentication codes on the fly. The service is reliable and secure, but has always had one glaring ...
techtimes

Google's Authenticator App NOT Encrypted End-to-End, Might Expose Users to Security Risks

The Google Authenticator isn't end-to-end encrypted, new tests show. This means that this security tool is not spared from security risks, and it might expose your personal information to outside ...
TechSpot

Google Authenticator gets cloud 2FA code backups, doesn't yet provide end-to-end encryption

Facepalm: Google has finally implemented a cloud backup option for one-time access codes (OTP) stored in its Authenticator mobile app. The feature can provide users with additional convenience and ...
9to5google

Google Authenticator now syncs 2FA with your Google Account, gets new icon

Google is finally addressing a big gap of its 2FA (two-factor authentication) code app by adding sync capabilities, with Google Authenticator also getting a new icon on Android and iOS today. This ...
Wired

Google's Authenticator App Just Got a Handy New 2FA Tool

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Gizmochina

Google will Let Users Store One-time Authenticator Codes in the Cloud

Security is a top priority for online users, and Google is taking this seriously with a new update to its widely used two-factor authentication app, Google Authenticator. With this update, users can ...
9to5google

Google Authenticator 7.0 rolls out Material You redesign, search, & more

In a rollout that has spanned over three months for some reason, Google Authenticator 7.0 is now widely available on Android with a Material You redesign and other ...
Business Insider

How to move Google Authenticator to your new phone for added security

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Android Police

Google Authenticator: How to get backup codes

Anu is a Features author at Android Police. You'll find her writing in-depth pieces about automation tools, productivity apps, and explainers. Before joining AP, she used to write for prominent tech ...