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Best Authenticator Apps in 2026
Authenticator apps add a verification step when you sign in, using different approaches to confirm access. Compared on code type, encrypted backup, free plan, multi-device sync, paid from, push approvals, supported platforms and team administration, the options let you weigh personal use alongside managing access for a group. Proton Authenticator, Yubico Authenticator and Ente Auth are among the names to consider. Check which code types and platforms fit the accounts you use, then look at backup and sync if you need to move between devices or restore access. Push approvals, team administration and the listed plan and price details offer further points for comparing how each app may fit.
- 111 apps
- Research read 28 Sept 2026
- How the order is worked out
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Bitwarden
by Bitwarden Inc.Free plan Open source AndroidAPIExtension+6Choose Bitwarden if you want a password manager with a free plan, broad platform coverage, and options for sharing or organizational integrations.
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Proton Authenticator
by Proton AuthenticatorFree plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2Proton Authenticator provides offline TOTP codes, import and export options, and optional encrypted sync. It is free across the listed platforms, while using sync requires signing in.
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Yubico Authenticator
by Yubico AuthenticatorFree plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2Yubico Authenticator pairs code generation with credentials stored on a YubiKey, which can be used across its mobile and desktop apps.
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Zoho OneAuth
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1OneAuth offers free authentication and recovery features for Zoho and supported third-party accounts across mobile and desktop platforms.
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Entrust Identity App
by Entrust Identity AppFree plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1Entrust Identity App supports sign-in and transaction verification for people whose organization has deployed Identity Enterprise. It is free to download, but organizational activation is required.
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HYPR Authenticate
by HYPR AuthenticateFree plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4HYPR Authenticate combines passkey-based login with mobile pairing, offline access, and integrations for enterprise environments.
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SAASPASS Authenticator
by SAASPASS AuthenticatorFree plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+4SAASPASS Authenticator combines code generation, push approvals, backup, and team controls across a wide set of platforms.
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miniOrange Authenticator
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5miniOrange offers app-based MFA alongside broader authentication methods, integrations, and adaptive controls.
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Google Authenticator
Free plan AndroidiPhoneGoogle Authenticator provides offline code generation and account syncing, with QR-based setup and transfer options.
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Authy
Free plan AndroidiPhoneChoose Authy if you want a free Android or iOS authenticator with TOTP codes, encrypted cloud backup, and multi-device support.
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Microsoft Authenticator
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMicrosoft Authenticator provides mobile sign-in approvals, codes, and supported Entra passkeys.
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Duo Mobile
Free plan AndroidiPhoneDuo Mobile combines app-based approvals and passcodes with organizational integration and policy options.
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Oracle Mobile Authenticator
by Oracle Mobile AuthenticatorFree plan AndroidiPhoneWindowsChoose Oracle Mobile Authenticator if you need a free second sign-in method with passcodes or push approvals. It is also suited to offline passcode generation.
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2FAS Auth
Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhoneChoose 2FAS Auth if you want a free, open-source authenticator that works offline and connects to supported browser extensions.
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TwoFac
Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+4TwoFac combines offline code generation with broad platform support, encrypted backups, and a free plan. Check the CLI installation details if you use Windows.
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Open Authenticator
Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3Choose Open Authenticator if you want a free, open-source TOTP manager with syncing across mobile and desktop platforms.
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OpenOTP Authentication Server
by OpenOTP Authentication ServerFree plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5Choose OpenOTP if you need MFA for network access with a choice of deployment, authentication methods and directory integrations.
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SelfHostAuth
Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+6SelfHostAuth brings authenticator codes and cross-device sync to infrastructure you control, with offline code generation and several client options.
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Salesforce Authenticator
by Salesforce AuthenticatorFree plan AndroidiPhoneSalesforce Authenticator provides mobile MFA verification with push approvals and TOTP codes at no listed cost.
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OneSpan Mobile Authenticator
by OneSpan Mobile AuthenticatorFree plan AndroidiPhoneChoose OneSpan Mobile Authenticator if you need mobile two-factor authentication with code and push options, or want Studio features such as transaction signing and configurable branding.
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SAP Authenticator
by SAP AuthenticatorFree plan AndroidAPIiPhoneChoose SAP Authenticator if you need a free mobile app for time-based passcodes or mobile single sign-on through saved applications. It runs on iOS and Android and supports multiple accounts.
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Ghost Auth
by Ghost AuthFree plan AndroidExtensioniPhoneGhost Auth combines TOTP code generation with encrypted storage, backups, and synchronization across supported devices and extensions.
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