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Microsoft Authenticator Description

Go passwordless. Enter your username to confirm your sign-in via your phone. It's easy! Passwords can be lost, stolen, or compromised. Authenticator adds an extra layer to your phone's security beyond your fingerprint or PIN. Authenticator allows you to sign in to Outlook, OneDrive and Office. Two-step verification protects all your accounts. You can also use the industry-standard time-based OTP (onetime password) codes to secure all your online accounts.

Pricing

Free Version:
Yes

Integrations

Reviews - 31 Verified Reviews

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Company Details

Company:
Microsoft
Year Founded:
1975
Headquarters:
United States
Website:
www.microsoft.com/en-us/account/authenticator

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Product Details

Platforms
iPhone
iPad
Android
Type of Training
Documentation

Microsoft Authenticator Features and Options

Authentication Software

Biometric
Credential Management
Knowledge-Based Authentication
Mobile Authentication
Multifactor Authentication
Out-of-Band Authentication
Policy Management
Self Service Portal
Single Sign On
Social Sign On
  • Name: Anonymous (Verified)
    Job Title: Principal Software Engineer
    Length of product use: Less than 6 months
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User, Administrator
    Organization Size: 100 - 499
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Very fast authentication app

    Date: Jul 31 2022

    Summary: Microsoft Authenticator provides the easiest one tap approval process of any 2FA security app. It's free and has pretty much no downsides.

    Positive: - provides 2FA layer of security with one tap approval
    - very fast and responsive
    - works across Android and iOS
    - free

    Negative: - isn't as pretty as other apps like Google Authenticator

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  • Name: Ana G.
    Job Title: Sales Director
    Length of product use: 1-2 Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 500 - 999
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Excellent performance when generating codes to access specific accounts.

    Date: Jul 13 2022

    Summary: The main reason we started using this two-factor authentication platform was because the vast majority of employees within our company have a Microsoft account, so we see an opportunity to use software that we could become much more familiar with. quickly, we immediately downloaded it on our mobile devices and noticed that the security in our accounts had improved exponentially. In our company, around 600 employees use this great platform, as the main method of two-step notification. I must admit that our general experience has always been positive, as I mentioned previously we have not had any type of problem with this platform, at all times we have been able to receive various codes and write them when entering a specific account, we are happy with the general operation and with the speed of receiving codes. We are also happy with the fact that we can import all our keys to another device in a simple way, as I mentioned previously, you only have to link the Microsoft account to another device and you will immediately have access to all the keys that you have linked to your account. , you do not need to register them again or create another Microsoft account, this is undoubtedly a feature that helps Microsoft Authenticator be better than many other two-step authentication platforms.

    Positive: Microsoft Authenticator is considered by me and the vast majority of our employees to be one of the main ways to log in to all of our accounts, we have multiple accounts synced with this app, and accessing each of them is pretty easy because we can get codes really fast, one of the things I liked most about this software was the following:

    - Microsoft Authenticator has a password storage system, in this way, each of the accounts that are registered within this application will be stored in the Microsoft cloud and I will be able to access them as long as I use the same Microsoft account. This feature is one of the most beneficial for us and for any user because it helps to keep the accounts registered, you can change your mobile device and log in to your Microsoft account, this way you will have all the accounts registered immediately.

    - I love Microsoft Authenticator because it offers a quite renewed design, the design of this application is similar to the Outlook inbox, so it's a fairly familiar design and it's easy for me to handle it. I must also highlight that the general design of the interface that this application has provided me has helped me maintain comfort while using it.

    - I love that this app doesn't break the general storage of my mobile device, I currently own two mobile devices, one with iOS operating system and one with André, on both devices I have the Microsoft Authenticator app installed, and I must admit that the app is quite light, when downloading it in the store the process is quite fast, and it does not affect the general performance of the mobile device at any time.

    - All the keys generated by Microsoft Authenticator work wonderfully, at no time have I presented any error when writing one of the keys generated by this application, I have always been able to access my accounts instantly.

    Negative: To be honest, I have not presented any type of failure with this two-step authentication system, I started using it because I have a Microsoft account, and I found it interesting to use this platform to receive a two-step authentication code. Steps. Its general operation has always been positive, at no time has it presented failures in the generation of codes or in the linking of accounts within the platform, in addition, it should be noted that Microsoft support is always attentive to answer all kinds of questions. of the user, so that is another positive point and it helps users to adapt and understand the platform.

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  • Name: Anonymous (Verified)
    Job Title: IT Manager
    Length of product use: 2+ Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 1 - 25
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    A tool that helps with two-factor account security

    Date: Jul 07 2022

    Summary: Very satisfied with the overall experience. For Microsoft accounts, I have passwordless login alerts on Android. Also, I have it set up for Yahoo, Paypal, and several other services. Since I have a separate authentication service to my password manager account, I will still be protected even if either is compromised. My online safety toolkit now includes this item.

    Positive: Some believe authenticator apps are all the same, but that is not the case, in my opinion. Using the Microsoft Authenticator app is easy and helps you recover your account (via automatic backup) when switching to another device. Passwordless login is another handy feature, but I don't use it often (only when I have my phone out of sight of prying eyes) because it's hazardous. I have not yet had the chance to try password management since I use another well-known app.

    Negative: When a user has many accounts (applications or websites) on the application, whose list is quite long (as in my case), to find help in searching and to save time, I would appreciate it if they implemented a search or filter function. Finding what you're looking for would be faster if you could search instead.

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  • Name: Angelica B.
    Job Title: CEO
    Length of product use: 1-2 Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 500 - 999
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Great way to protect all types of online accounts with two-step security.

    Date: May 26 2022

    Summary: Since we started using Microsoft Authenticator in my company, the results have been noticeable over time, we realized that this software was protecting each of our accounts and was making us feel more secure. To access all the accounts that exist in this company, it is necessary to receive a code in Google Authenticator, when we do not have a device at hand that is registered by our Microsoft Authenticator account, it is enough to download the application and link our account Microsoft, we will immediately have access to all our two-step keys. I am happy to have this platform in my company and that all of our employees are using it, as this secures all of our accounts and helps ensure that no intruder can access them without having our two-step code. In addition, another of the things that made my experience completely good with this platform is that when they try to access one of my registered accounts from an unknown location, the software automatically detects the location and sends me an alert to be attentive and know if I can approve that login or not. We will continue to use this software in our company because the results have been quite noticeable over time, all employees in all sectors of the company are using it and none have had any complaints regarding its general operation.

    Positive: Microsoft Authenticator is an excellent way to protect all types of applications and achieve two-step security to any type of service, you can also add this service to a specific software or account. One of the main things that I love about Microsoft Authenticator is that it has a very innovative design, the design is superior to any other two-step authentication system, The design that Microsoft Authenticator uses is similar to that of the Outlook application, which which makes this design easy to use for anyone who is starting to use this authentication service, it also makes them feel comfortable because it is a service similar to Outlook. On the other hand, I must mention that I love the time that this dedication service offers me to validate any type of login, the Microsoft Authenticator system gives me up to 30 seconds for each general code, this helps me to be able to calmly open the account I want to access, it's not like another platform that offers a temporary service of five to 15 seconds, with the 30 seconds that this platform offers me I feel quite comfortable. Another thing that I loved about this service is that I can regain access to all my keys from my Microsoft account, for this service you have to have a Microsoft.com account, so to regain access to my security from two steps is completely simple since I only have to do with my Microsoft account and immediately I will have access to all my generated keys. In other authentication services it was quite complicated to use two-step authentication on different devices, I had certain problems changing devices since I lost all my passwords and there was no way to save them in an account, however, the solution came another start To use this great software, all my generated keys are automatically saved in my Microsoft account, and if I want to switch devices I just have to log in to my Microsoft account to access them.

    Negative: I really have no complaints to mention about the Microsoft Authenticator service, all my accounts of any software and any service on the Internet have been protected with this software, it is impressive how it is able to provide me with unlimited service, I can add a lot of accounts to my Google Authenticator service that no account limit will be placed on me at any time. In addition, the general functionality of this application has never given me problems, I have used it on iOS and Android devices and at no time has it given me any type of error, my experience has always been positive at all times, the key generated by this service they are always accessible from the account I want to access, it has never given me any error when placing the code to log in. I must also highlight that it does not have any kind of slowness when it comes to working, it is a fairly light application that does not interrupt the agility of the mobile device, this is really impressive and has helped me to obtain a positive experience.

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  • Name: Anonymous (Verified)
    Job Title: Office administrator
    Length of product use: Less than 6 months
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 1 - 25
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Best Authenticating App!

    Date: Sep 21 2021

    Summary: It's not often that you can say you have no complaints with a software, but that's how Microsoft's Authenticator app is. It's been hassle free and working seamlessly.

    Positive: I love how seamless and easy to use it is. I have been using it for 4 months now, and I have not had one problem with it. It was really easy to set up, and it works great everyday.

    Negative: I haven't found any cons yet. The app works so well, I haven't had any trouble with it.

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  • Name: shristi B.
    Job Title: Developer
    Length of product use: 2+ Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 5,000 - 9,999
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Great application

    Edited: Sep 11 2021

    Summary: Overall, I feel secure using this application and login with this, it's really fast and you can add many login accounts.
    I really trust Microsoft Authenticator to keep my accounts secure.

    Positive: Best and fast authenticator.
    Really easy to use and with simple user interface.
    Works really fast and smooth.

    Negative: This authenticator has no cons, works really well for me.

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  • Name: Sundar Y.
    Job Title: Data Scientist
    Length of product use: 1-2 Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 1,000 - 4,999
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Security from all kind of threats.

    Date: Apr 12 2021

    Summary: Overall, Microsoft Authenticator is a must-have if you work on an online platform, because of its sophisticated security your data gets secured from all kinds of data thefts.

    Positive: - It provides 2-factor authentication for the extra edge of security.
    - It secures the personal files and data from data thefts and attacks.

    Negative: In my use, I haven't encountered any major con in Microsoft authenticator.

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  • Name: Anonymous (Verified)
    Job Title: Marketer
    Length of product use: 6-12 Months
    Used How Often?: Weekly
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 100 - 499
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Super secure platform

    Edited: Mar 05 2021

    Summary: Overall it is a quite pleasant and secure experience. You don't have to worry about frauds and cybercrime anymore.

    Positive: Microsoft Authenticator is a very important security software in today's age. Helps in two factor verification.

    Negative: We have been using Microsoft Authenticator for a few years and have not had any issues

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  • Name: Kuldip A.
    Job Title: Intern
    Length of product use: 1-2 Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 26 - 99
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Be double sure

    Date: Feb 26 2021

    Summary: It gives you assured security as no one can access the authenticator other than you. You can use it offline as well which comes in very handy.

    Positive: If you want to be completely sure that no one can log in to any of website which has your personal details and files. You can use an authenticator which gives an extra layer of authentication.

    Negative: There is nothing to complain about the Authenticator. It is easy to use and access.

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  • Name: Caroline S.
    Job Title: ICT Specialist
    Length of product use: 1-2 Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 5,000 - 9,999
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Eligible and Focused Security Apparatus.

    Date: Feb 22 2021

    Summary: Safety of the company's information and site is essential, and Microsoft Authenticator is always there for proper screening. It helps to detect those people who lack the authorization of gaining access to our sites.

    Positive: Microsoft Authenticator ensures only the right persons who get access to the content required. Also, the screening process of Microsoft Authenticator is so authenticate and thorough.

    Negative: The problem with Microsoft Authenticator is on price, some companies are still growing, and they would want the developer to cut short the fee.

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  • Name: Chetan B.
    Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
    Length of product use: 6-12 Months
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User, Administrator
    Organization Size: 26 - 99
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    To add more security

    Date: Feb 02 2021

    Summary: It is free, and if you have your important and confidential data on the cloud, it is essential. You can make authentication even you pone have no network. It is a must these days.

    Positive: In this era where everything is digital and could be hacked with your slightest mistake. It would help if you were extra sure. Microsoft authenticator gives you that extra security by adding a layer of authentication.

    Negative: They're not a single con of this authenticator, and it works like wonders.

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  • Name: Rashmi N.
    Job Title: Full stack developer
    Length of product use: 1-2 Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 26 - 99
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    A 5 star authenticator

    Date: Jan 21 2021

    Summary: If you want to remain secure and not compromise your sensitive data then this is the software that can add an extra layer of security. It is used by most of the organisations too so you can consider this software.

    Positive: The pros of using Microsoft Authenticator is that you can secure your all accounts using this. It has minimalistic design but has great capabilities. You can almost add your all social media accounts so that they remain secure.

    Negative: There are no cons in using this software. It completely works fine for me.

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  • Name: Zayna A.
    Job Title: System Engineer
    Length of product use: 1-2 Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 500 - 999
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Fastest way to login

    Date: Nov 27 2020

    Summary: Overall it is a must have software for everyone as it simplifies and secure our application's credentials from online threats and provides best security.

    Positive: Microsoft Authenticator makes it easy and super fast to log in to your credentials on linked applications and the wallets as users can get access their applications within seconds through code scanning or entering 2FA codes.

    Negative: It is a good and secure way for getting access to your applications and works great all the time.

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  • Name: Sadaf S.
    Job Title: Teacher
    Length of product use: 6-12 Months
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 100 - 499
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Security is exceptional

    Date: Nov 23 2020

    Summary: Overall I am much happy and satisfied user of Microsoft Authenticator and would like to encourage everyone to must use it to provide an extra layer of security for their digital wealth.

    Positive: Microsoft Authenticator is one of the best 2FA security provider application with easy deployment and configuration method. The login notifications and authentication code delivery is very fast and instant.

    Negative: It has provided very reliable and deep security for my applications without any problems.

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  • Name: Betty C.
    Job Title: Teacher
    Length of product use: Less than 6 months
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 100 - 499
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Adds valuable security to our accounts

    Date: Nov 12 2020

    Summary: Overall it provides a great security and I feel it is need of the today's vulnerable digital era. It is free to use, so I recommend everyone to must try it.

    Positive: Microsoft Authenticator is great added security tool to our valuable accounts and saves us from losing important data and accounts through its strong security features. 2FA technology is need of the today's digital world and Microsoft Authenticator servers well in this field.

    Negative: So far so good, and no con observed until now using Microsoft Authenticator.

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