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MS Authenticator

MFA & OTP

MS Authenticator gives you time-based sign-in codes for accounts that support two-factor authentication. It suits you if you want to manage verification codes for personal or work accounts in one place.

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What you get

You get an extra sign-in check beyond your password.

MS Authenticator gives you the temporary codes you need when signing in to accounts with two-factor authentication enabled. You can add a supported account by scanning its QR code or entering its setup key, then use the generated code as an extra verification step alongside your password. This makes a stolen password alone less useful to someone trying to access your account.

You can keep authentication accounts for email, social media, work services, and other compatible websites together, so you have one place to find the code you need. When you change devices, you can transfer your authentication accounts; backup and synchronization also help you keep that data available across supported devices.

You can also generate strong, unique passwords and get password suggestions when choosing new credentials. Compatibility depends on whether each service supports the standard time-based one-time password method.

  • Add a sign-in safeguard

    You get time-based verification codes that add another check beyond your account password.

  • Find your codes together

    You can manage multiple authentication accounts in one place instead of keeping track of them separately.

  • Set up supported accounts

    You can scan a service’s QR code or enter its setup key to start generating verification codes.

  • Keep accounts when switching devices

    You can transfer authentication accounts and use backup and synchronization across supported devices.

  • Choose stronger passwords

    You can generate strong, unique passwords rather than coming up with new credentials yourself.

Best for

  • You use two-factor authentication across several accounts
  • You want verification codes for personal and work services together
  • You need to move authentication accounts to a new device

Skip it if

You don't need it if your current authenticator already handles your codes, backups, and device transfers.

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From the developer

Secure your online accounts with Authenticator App – the fast, reliable, and easy-to-use two-factor authentication (2FA) solution. Generate one-time passwords (OTP) for your favorite websites and services to add an extra layer of security beyond your password.
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