
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
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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
Danilo F.
- Role: C-Level
- Industry: Government
- Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Submitted Nov 2024
Add Simplicity to Security with Google Auth
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
Very simple to use, as it is a very direct and clean app, making the UX very interesting
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
The app's very user-friendly interface
What do you dislike most about this product?
Nothing at the moment bothered me about using the app
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
For those looking for security, simplicity and ease in an authentication app, I recommend using Google Authenticator
Pros
- Enables Productivity
- Trustworthy
- Inspires Innovation
- Client Friendly Policies

Comfort Oluwaseyi F E.
- Role: Operations
- Industry: Media
- Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Submitted Nov 2024
Fantastic product.
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
Google Authenticator stands out for its effectiveness
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Whenever the codes pop up authomatically
What do you dislike most about this product?
There is nothing I dislike about this product
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
You have chosen correctly.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing

Diana M.
- Role: Sales Marketing
- Industry: Finance
- Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Submitted Nov 2024
Great for security and privacy
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
Google Authenticator have great simplicity, reliable. no data collection, Open source, Google account integration.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
The convenience and user friendly and easy to use which make its better to keep accounts safe.
What do you dislike most about this product?
There is no back up for 2FA which can be a hassle if i loose access the device.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
have great features that helps to keep accounts safe and no data collection.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Enables Productivity