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Aegis Authenticator
What Aegis Authenticator is
Aegis Authenticator is a free Android app for managing two-step verification tokens for online services. It supports HOTP and TOTP and is compatible with thousands of services. Tokens can be added by scanning a QR code or image, entering details manually, or importing from another authenticator app. Listed import sources include 2FAS Authenticator, Authy, Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, FreeOTP and andOTP; some imports require root access. The vault uses AES-256-GCM encryption and can be unlocked with a password or biometrics. Aegis supports automatic backups to a chosen location and manual plaintext or encrypted exports. Automatic cloud backup depends on a provider app using Android’s Storage Access Framework, with Nextcloud listed as a known option. The app says it has no internet access, and camera access is used only for QR scanning. Light, dark and AMOLED themes, sorting, groups, icons and search are included. Aegis is distributed through Google Play and F-Droid.
Who it suits
Aegis suits Android users who want a free authenticator supporting HOTP and TOTP, encrypted local storage and flexible imports or backups. It is not intended for iOS, Windows, macOS or browser-extension use.
What it does well
- Free Android authenticator
- AES-256-GCM encrypted vault
- Supports HOTP and TOTP
- Imports from several authenticator apps
- Available on Google Play and F-Droid
What to know first
- No multi-device sync
- Some imports require root access
- Automatic cloud backup depends on provider support
- No plans for iOS or desktop ports
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aegis Authenticator | Free and open source Android authenticator | Free |
As getaegis.app lists them, read 11 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
Aegis provides token management, encrypted storage and backup options without a subscription. Its Android-only scope and lack of multi-device sync matter for people using other platforms.
Facts from Aegis Authenticator's own pages
- Appearance
- The app includes light, dark, and AMOLED themes, custom sorting, icons, groups, and search by name or issuer. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Backups
- Aegis supports automatic vault backups to a location of your choice and manual export in plaintext or encrypted form. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Cloud backup limit
- Automatic cloud backup requires a cloud provider app that participates in Android Storage Access Framework; Aegis says it has no internet access and cannot add support for specific providers. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Code type
- totp and hotp · getaegis.app, 21 Sept 2026
- Distribution
- Aegis is available on Google Play and F-Droid. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Encrypted backup
- Yes · getaegis.app, 21 Sept 2026
- Entry setup
- You can add entries by scanning a QR code or image, entering details manually, or importing from other authenticator apps. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · getaegis.app, 21 Sept 2026
- Imports
- Listed import sources include 2FAS Authenticator, Authy, Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, FreeOTP, and andOTP; some require root access. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Known cloud provider
- The FAQ lists Nextcloud as a known supported cloud provider for automatic backups. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Multi-device sync
- No · getaegis.app, 21 Sept 2026
- Platform scope
- The FAQ says the makers have no plans to port Aegis to iOS, Windows, macOS, or a browser extension. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- Aegis says it does not collect data from your device, and camera access is used only to scan QR codes. · getaegis.app, 11 Oct 2026
- Protocols
- It supports HOTP and TOTP and is compatible with thousands of services. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Aegis is an Android app for managing two-step verification tokens for online services. · getaegis.app, 11 Oct 2026
- Support
- The site lists [email protected] as a contact address and asks users to report bugs through its FAQ prompt. · getaegis.app, 11 Oct 2026
- Supported platforms
- Android · getaegis.app, 21 Sept 2026
- Vault security
- The vault is encrypted with AES-256-GCM and can be unlocked with a password or biometrics. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
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