
What is Microsoft Authenticator?
Conveniently and securely sign in to all your online accounts using multifactor authentication, passwordless sign-in or password autofill with Microsoft Authenticator. With this free app, you can sign in to your personal or work/school Microsoft account without using a password. You鈥檒l use a fingerprint, face recognition, or a PIN for security.
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90 Likeliness to Recommend
97 Plan to Renew
87 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
Emotional Footprint Overview
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+92 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 Microsoft Authenticator?
Pros
- Reliable
- Trustworthy
- Efficient Service
- Fair
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Feature Ratings
OTP Authentication
Multi-Device Protection
Email Authentication
Biometrics Authentication
Soft Token Authentication
Role and User Management
Browser Push Notifications
Role-Based Multi-Factor Authentication
Hard Token Authentication
Adaptive Authentication (Risk-based)
Dashboards, Analytics and Reporting
Vendor Capability Ratings
Business Value Created
Usability and Intuitiveness
Ease of Implementation
Ease of Data Integration
Quality of Features
Ease of IT Administration
Breadth of Features
Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement
Vendor Support
Ease of Customization
Availability and Quality of Training
Microsoft Authenticator Reviews
Rancy B.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Not for Profit
- Involvement: Vendor Management and Renewal
Submitted Jan 2024
Easy to set up Easy to use
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Microsoft Authenticator from other similar products?
Push Notifications for Approving Sign-ins: Microsoft Authenticator supports push notifications, allowing users to receive a notification on their mobile device to approve or deny sign-in requests. This feature enhances user convenience and security. Biometric Authentication: The app supports biometric authentication methods, such as fingerprint or facial recognition, adding an extra layer of security while making the authentication process more user-friendly.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Push Notifications Biometric Authentication
What do you dislike most about this product?
None sofar
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Go for this product i recommend it for all Microsoft users
Pros
- Reliable
- Unique Features
- Security Protects
- Helps Innovate

Carlos Orlando C.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Finance
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Dec 2023
Great integration with Microsoft products
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Microsoft Authenticator from other similar products?
The integration with Microsoft suite of programs
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
How easy is to use, just press a button and approve requests
What do you dislike most about this product?
It needs an integration with xbox
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Consider what service you already use!
Pros
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
- Enables Productivity
- Inspires Innovation

Babatunde A.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Biotechnology
- Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Submitted Dec 2023
Great product for your 2FA Security
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Microsoft Authenticator from other similar products?
The layer of security are well-optimized and user-secured
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
The Multiple Factors Authentication
What do you dislike most about this product?
Recurring Login Access
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Tye best Tool to safeguard your online presence
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
- Effective Service