Google Authenticator

The application is best suitable for business as well as for personal needs. I have used Google authenticator for both the purposes. But, for business needs it is one of the hassle free ways to get your work done without worrying about the passwords. Be it a finance app which you use for payment purposes or software which you use for logging in to your official work.

In addition to other authenticators, I'm more than delighted to let anyone utilize this. However, my approach to working remotely/virtually during the last few years has been organized flexibility, even if your company is hosted on Google's cloud. Allowing the user to make certain decisions for their own comfort, especially when they are using their own gadgets. There isn't a single situation in which this would be less appropriate.

It is supported by virtually all cloud-based software applications for business. I am happy to allow users to use this in addition to other authenticators. Certainly, if your business is in the Google cloud it makes sense, but my approach to the remote/virtual work world these past couple of years has been structured flexibility. Leaving some choice up to the users for their own comfort, particularly when they are using their own devices. I cannot think of a scenario where it is less appropriate - perhaps where you run the risk of "app sprawl". I.e., where you are requiring users to handle multiple authenticators (which can happen with certain pieces of hardware) you may want to encourage consolidation into one to avoid frustration.

It serves as a valuable tool for business; employees can quickly complete 2 step authentication via the mobile app. It provides us with peace of mind that my (and my clients') information is secure.

- Works perfectly even when the smartphone is not connected to the internet.
- Easy to transfer accounts.
- Can use it to authenticate multiple tools.
- Scanning a QR code is all that is needed to set up and configure a new authenticator.
- Easy to take backups and sync in case the timing on the clock is not right.

For me, it is important to have all of my data centralized and it works well with my Anti Virus to have it that way. If you just have one or two passcodes that you are trying to protect I would not recommend the Google Authenticator. In my opinion, this is for individuals who need to store multiple passcodes for multiple reasons.

I always recommend Google Authenticator to any organization where they using singe sign in for login. With the help of this, you can make your infrastructure and application more secure. No one can access your devices or applications with this one-time password.

Google Authenticator is easy to configure & Manage in easy to large infrastructure as well. You can easily integrate it with third-party software for 2FA. Adding an additional layer of security always helps. Also, it helps us to integrate into the Mobile Device management solution of our organization.

I think this is the best software and every organization should use this. Your devices are not secure only through single login. You have added two factors for more security. If any organization has many devices and servers then they can use this for 2 factor authenticator for more security.

In my organization I was worr[ied] for my devices, which are single username and password protected. Anyone can easy to open. I added the google authentication with all my applications, all my devices and now I am feel[ing] relaxed for security. This is very easy to configure and everyone can manage this. You don't need any expert guy for configur[ing] this.

Google Authenticator is a simple and easy-to-use app that can be used by various applications to provide two-step verification. It is also more convenient than carrying around a physical key fob. Or it can be used to increase the security of sites you most likely already use like Amazon.

Though two-factor authentication is a primary need for additional security, Google Authenticator is not doing the job up to the mark. It brings the simplicity of the UX but major functional aspects like cloud backup and sync across devices are missing. The other applications (specially Authy) do this job exceptionally well. If you are a Google fan, you can go with it however, [it's] worth exploring other apps for this purpose.

[It] allows you to add an additional layer of protection to any account supported. I prefer using Authenticator compared to normal SMS 2-factor [authentication], as there's less of a risk of potentially losing access to an account. Pairing this with a password database such as KeePass allows you to have the highest level of protection without going completely overboard.

Google Authenticator is good for One Time Password alternatives than SMS/WhatsApp/email, users just need to have Google Authenticator on their mobile (Android/iOS). They just need to scan Auth QR Codes to save their own security codes, and Google Authenticator will generate OTP code every 30 seconds.

Personally, I use Google Authenticator for my financial applications. Every time I log in, I'm asked for the 6-digit pin and it's always been an easy process locating the OTPs for me. The application's user interface is really simple to understand. The authenticator is fast and very simple to use and I think this would work in any environment.

If you are sure you will not lose your phone or if you can do a backup, you can use it. Since data is saved locally, there is no risk of a third party accessing the data.

It's a very simple idea and it's executed well. It's easy to add accounts and once you get it set up and use it you'll be surprised how much you rely on it. Authenticator is available for iOS and android, so any and all of your employees should be able to use it with little setup and little training needed.

It works well for more senior members of staff who just want to get their codes quickly. It is very bare bones with nowhere to get lost and little additional features. As a general rule, we tend to push people towards using Twilio Authy over Google Authenticator because it keeps the simplicity while providing usage on multiple devices at once with improved security.

Google Authenticator is great for implementing two factor security across multiple software & adding that extra layer of protection.

Everyone needs to use 2FA when it is available. Carrying a hardware security key is a big hassle. It is just another device that you have to remember to always carry with you. Using Google Authenticator is a better solution for me because I never leave home without my cell phone. You don't need to have internet access with your phone for Google Authenticator to work which is helpful when traveling overseas when you only have access to the computer you are working on, like when at an internet cafe (but that opens up entire new security can of worms).

It's great as a device-specific security code for authentication and good for an employee or business user with a business phone, etc. It would be less appropriate for an everyday user that switches phones often, depends on multiple devices, etc.

Google Authenticator is very well suited for an organization using G-suite and Android platforms. It has full integration with IOS platforms as well. It is least appropriate if you are using Google Authenticator to authenticate on an app on the same platform. With limited code expiry timer, it usually times out before you authenticate on other applications on the same device.

Google Authenticator is great for companies or groups of people that want to secure their logins, like if they travel a lot and there's the possibility their laptop could get into the wrong hands, or anyone dealing with a lot of data that needs to be protected because if your account gets hacked it's just a good extra level of security. In my opinion, I wouldn't use it unless I had actual data I needed to protect. If you're mostly worried about passwords I'd do Last Pass so the passwords are encrypted and such. So in my opinion, it's good for businesses that have a lot of people with different phones and such, less great for personal use.

It is well suited in business situations and private situations as well. I personally use it in both cases and I really enjoy it and find it easy to use. Security for work and in our life outside work can each affect both. So the availability in different applications makes it a very attractive piece of software.