Authenticator: 2FA Client

Authenticator generates two-factor authentication codes in your browser.

What is Authenticator: 2FA Client?

'Authenticator: 2FA Client' is a browser add-on for Microsoft Edge, designed to enhance online account security. It generates two-factor authentication (2FA) codes directly in your browser for added convenience and security. Additional features include QR code scanning for easy account addition, an available password for encrypting your secrets, and translations into multiple languages. This open-source add-on is a robust tool for managing 2FA, supporting different forms including TOTP, HOTP, Steam Guard, and Blizzard Authenticator.

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By: mymindstorm

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Users: 2,230,215

Rating: 3.60 (97) ▲ 1 new ratings

Version: 8.0.1 (Last updated: 2024-08-26)

Creation date: 2021-10-22

Risk impact: Very low risk impact

Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood

Manifest version: 3

Permissions:

activeTab
storage
identity
alarms
scripting

Size: 3.02M

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Ranking

# 55

Other rankings

#7 in encrypt keyword 19

#13 in source code keyword 27

#28 in steam keyword 58 ▲ 1

#47 in location keyword 30 ▼ 1

#52 in safe keyword 36 ▲ 1

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Authenticator (v1.0.3)

5.00

(1) 953

Authenticator (v8.0.2)

4.34

(322) 107,690

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Add-on summary

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Authenticator generates two-factor authentication (2FA) codes in your browser. Use it to add an extra layer of security to your online accounts.

Always keep a backup of your secrets in a safe location. Encrypting your secrets is strongly recommended, especially if you are logged into a Microsoft account.

Features:

Add accounts by scanning QR codes
Search your accounts by pressing "/"
Translated into more than ten languages
Encrypt your secrets with a password
Open source

Supports:

TOTP
HOTP

User reviews

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Pros

Works well initially when properly set up
Synchronization within the user profile is good

Cons

Does not work or displays a blank screen after updates
Difficulty importing data or QR codes
Users often experience frustration with the app not responding or performing slow

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