Authenticator

Security & privacy

Open-source softwareEditorial overview
A CLOSER LOOK

What is Authenticator?

Authenticator is a GNOME authenticator for generating and managing several forms of two-factor authentication code. It includes time-based codes, QR code scanning, and backup and restore.

Time-based codes

QR code scanning

Backup and restore

Is it a good fit?

Best suited to

GNOME users who want a desktop application for authentication codes

Before you choose

Recovery still depends on backups or account recovery codes. Some services use authentication methods other than supported OTP standards.

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The application is distributed under GPL-3.0-or-later. The listed desktop or mobile software can be used on an ongoing basis without a software subscription. Recovery still depends on backups or account recovery codes.

The $0 price applies to the listed open source application. Recovery still depends on backups or account recovery codes.

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The useful parts. The trade-offs.

Why consider it

Brings time-based codes and QR code scanning into the same workflow.

Scan the account's setup code, verify a generated token, and create a supported backup before relying on the application for important accounts.

What to keep in mind

Recovery still depends on backups or account recovery codes.

Some services use authentication methods other than supported OTP standards.

How to use it well

Authenticator fits GNOME users who want a desktop application for authentication codes. Scan the account's setup code, verify a generated token, and create a supported backup before relying on the application for important accounts.

Recovery still depends on backups or account recovery codes. Some services use authentication methods other than supported OTP standards. Match the configuration to your needs, and keep recoverable copies of important settings or keys.

A few things you might be wondering.

Is Authenticator free?

The application is distributed under GPL-3.0-or-later. The listed desktop or mobile software can be used on an ongoing basis without a software subscription. Recovery still depends on backups or account recovery codes.

Can I use Authenticator for time-based codes?

Yes. Authenticator includes time-based codes. Scan the account's setup code, verify a generated token, and create a supported backup before relying on the application for important accounts.

Does Authenticator replace account recovery codes?

Recovery still depends on backups or account recovery codes.

Where can I check the latest prices?

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