Strengthen sign-in protection with a 2-step authenticator
The Authenticator app provides an extra layer of account security by using two-factor authentication (2FA). It’s designed to make signing in safer and more reliable for users who want stronger protection than a password alone.
Key benefits
- Works without an internet or cellular connection, so you can retrieve verification codes even when offline.
- Produces a new one-time password (OTP) every 30 seconds, ensuring codes are short-lived and hard to reuse.
- Lets you add accounts quickly by scanning a QR code, simplifying initial setup.
- Compatible with more than 2,500 websites and services, making it useful across many platforms.
Getting started: setup and daily use
Begin by linking your account to the app — most services present a QR code during 2FA setup. Scan that code with the Authenticator to add the account; the app will then start generating time-based codes for that service. During sign-in, enter the current OTP shown in the app along with your password.
Offline reliability and security
Because the code generator runs locally, it does not rely on network connectivity or your mobile carrier. Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) are generated on-device and refresh automatically, which reduces dependence on remote servers and lowers the risk of interception.
Alternative option
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