Seeing as it's free, there's no reason you shouldn't use Google Authenticator
May 11, 2021
Seeing as it's free, there's no reason you shouldn't use Google Authenticator
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Overall Satisfaction with Google Authenticator
We've been using Google Authenticator for years. It's one of the easiest ways to ensure two-factor authentication.
We use it to access all work-related accounts, including shared accounts which we have multiple of.
We use it to access all work-related accounts, including shared accounts which we have multiple of.
Pros
- New code generated about every 30 seconds.
- Backup codes are provided.
- Easy login via a normal google account.
Cons
- Very basic UI.
- Doesn't give the option to refresh code if only a few seconds remain.
- Sometimes glitchy.
- 2-factor Authentication.
- Easy master backup codes.
- Keeps our accounts much more secure.
- Saves time - instead of having to constantly update passwords, pairing this with a database makes accessing accounts for all members much easier.
- It's free, making the ROI immediate.
Google Authenticator is only really competing against SMS two-factor. Instead of getting a text from random phone numbers all the time, you go to one app/ website to get access to any account.
In addition, we can allow our members to share the same Google account (with a master password changed frequently) and allow them access to any account login they need.
In addition, we can allow our members to share the same Google account (with a master password changed frequently) and allow them access to any account login they need.
Do you think Google Authenticator delivers good value for the price?
Yes
Are you happy with Google Authenticator's feature set?
Yes
Did Google Authenticator live up to sales and marketing promises?
Yes
Did implementation of Google Authenticator go as expected?
Yes
Would you buy Google Authenticator again?
Yes
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