
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
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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

Manish R.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Banking
- Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Submitted Jan 2024
Enhancing Online Security with GoogleAuthenticator
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
I used two authenticator apps: one is Google Authenticator and another is Microsoft Authenticator, which are quite similar to each other.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
One of the great features of Google Authenticator is its availability. It is easily available on the Play Store and App Store. With Google Authenticator, we are more secure today. Even if someone steals your password, this is one way that you can be sure that you are safe.
What do you dislike most about this product?
Yes, there are some futures that are missing, and there are no sync options available. If some how auth app get uninstall 聽or Phone lost ,I can not restore or backup it again its a major issue of this authenticator
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
The Google Authenticator application takes security to a higher level. We all need an authentication app like this. So, I will highly recommend using Google Authenticato, as it is more trustworthy.
Pros
- Saves Time
- Reliable
- Enables Productivity
- Unique Features

Diego N.
- Role: C-Level
- Industry: Consulting
- Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Submitted Jan 2024
Secure your accounts, easy, fast and cheap
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
It's backed by one of the major tech companies in the world and is available for all major platforms.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
How quickly it integrates with phone and tablets.
What do you dislike most about this product?
The hoops to use it on Windows.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Native windows Client when, Google?
Pros
- Security Protects
- Reliable
- Generous Negotitation
- Efficient Service
Cons
- Commodity Features
- Slower Product Innovation
- Less Performance Enhancing
Georgina D.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Dec 2023
Simple to use and a free tool
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
Love the simplicity and the facts it鈥檚 free
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
It鈥檚 free, yet amazingly reliable
What do you dislike most about this product?
Nothing in particular
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Only tool you need for 2FA security
Pros
- Reliable
- Efficient Service
- Effective Service
- Respectful