
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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90 Likeliness to Recommend
95 Plan to Renew
87 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
Emotional Footprint Overview
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+95 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
- Trustworthy
- Efficient Service
- Respectful
How to read the Emotional Footprint
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Feature Ratings
Multi-Device Protection
OTP Authentication
Email Authentication
Authentication Assurance Level (AAL)
Biometrics Authentication
Soft Token Authentication
Browser Push Notifications
Role and User Management
Role-Based Multi-Factor Authentication
Integration APIs
Phisher Resistance MFA
Vendor Capability Ratings
Business Value Created
Ease of Implementation
Ease of IT Administration
Usability and Intuitiveness
Quality of Features
Breadth of Features
Ease of Data Integration
Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement
Ease of Customization
Availability and Quality of Training
Vendor Support
Google Authenticator Reviews
Laurelle W.
- Role: Operations
- Industry: Not for Profit
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Aug 2024
Easy and fast
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
Faster and better
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Fast and easy to use
What do you dislike most about this product?
Takes some time
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Nothing at the moment
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Enables Productivity
- Unique Features
- Transparent
Vivian G.
- Role: Human Resources
- Industry: Insurance
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Aug 2024
Great authenticator
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
It is easy to use and easy to add multiple accounts.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Helps add an extra layer of security to accounts
What do you dislike most about this product?
Nothing of note
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
It is a good option to have as an extra layer of security for your accounts.
Pros
- Reliable
- Continually Improving Product
- Appreciates Incumbent Status
- Helps Innovate

Prachi K.
- Role: Operations
- Industry: Other
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Aug 2024
Safety comes always where Google lies.
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
I like the most secured way of logging to your account. It provides you a three layer of protection to your data and information
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
It is a product of Google company. This is the only thing which I like best about the application as we all know that Google is very trustworthy and reliable in terms of giving satisfaction to the users.
What do you dislike most about this product?
There is not a single back log which I can highlight over here. Everything works at very good pace
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
I would like to recommend for using this software mostly for your personal space instead of professional purpose.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Performance Enhancing
- Trustworthy