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What is Microsoft Authenticator?

Experience a seamless sign-in process without the need for passwords by simply entering your username and confirming your identity via your mobile device—it's that easy! Unlike traditional passwords, which can be forgotten or compromised, the Authenticator app provides an extra layer of security with your PIN or fingerprint. This reliable tool allows you to access various services, including Outlook, OneDrive, and Office, effortlessly. Protect your accounts effectively by using two-step verification for enhanced security. Additionally, the app fortifies your online safety by generating time-based one-time password (OTP) codes, ensuring comprehensive protection for your accounts. With these advanced features, you can navigate the digital landscape confidently and securely, all while eliminating the stress of managing complex passwords. Enjoy the freedom of a password-free lifestyle, making your online interactions not only simpler but also more secure than ever before.

Pricing

Free Version:
Free Version available.

Screenshots and Video

Microsoft Authenticator Screenshot 1

Company Facts

Company Name:
Microsoft
Date Founded:
1975
Company Location:
United States
Company Website:
www.microsoft.com/en-us/account/authenticator

Product Details

Deployment
iPhone
iPad
Android
Training Options
Documentation Hub

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

Microsoft Authenticator Categories and Features

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
  • Reviewer Name: Zayna A.
    Position: System Engineer
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 500 - 999
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    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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  • Reviewer Name: Hilda R.
    Position: Teacher
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    Smart 2FA authenticator

    Date: Nov 05 2020
    Summary

    Overall Microsoft Authenticator is a well organized 2FA application and generates instant codes in a snap using login details and QR scanning.

    Positive

    Microsoft Authenticator is the smartest two factor authentication application and provides seamless security to our key applications and logins.

    Negative

    Microsoft Authenticator is simple and limited application which works largely only for Microsoft apps.

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  • Reviewer Name: Kunal R.
    Position: Manager
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    Best and Simplest way to secure account

    Date: Jun 26 2020
    Summary

    Online security is the most important thing for me and my business. To make my account more secure I started using Microsoft Authenticator. It completely protects all of my Microsoft services accounts. It adds two-factor authentication makes it very difficult for hackers to access.

    Positive

    Microsoft Authenticator allows you to login without a password. Just you need to enter your pin on the mobile phone. It supports every Microsoft service. Easy to add two-factor authentication. It also works on Amazon, Dropbox, Facebook accounts.

    Negative

    Microsoft Authenticator is the best and simplest way to make accounts secure. Don't have any cons.

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  • Reviewer Name: Helen N.
    Position: Junior Engineer
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    Good 2FA security authenticator

    Date: Nov 12 2020
    Summary

    Overall Microsoft Authenticator is easy to use authenticator and configuration of applications for 2FA is simple and straightforward.

    Positive

    Microsoft Authenticator is good and easy service to cover our applications with two factor security protocol, It is easy to configure and apps can also be added swiftly by scanning for 2FA security.

    Negative

    It is a good 2FA authenticator and provides good security, but the only limitation is that, it is not compatible with many regular apps.

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  • Reviewer Name: Betty C.
    Position: Teacher
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    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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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Marketer
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    The perfect alternative to the RSA tags

    Date: Sep 05 2020
    Summary

    MS has created a smartphone app-based alternative to the RSA tags we used to carry around back in the day. It works exceptionally well.

    Positive

    - The app is quite seamless, the moment you scan a QR code it starts displaying an OTP that is valid for the next 30 seconds.
    - Works across all of Microsoft's cloud services.

    Negative

    It's a very simple app and does its job well. I did not observe any problems.

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  • Reviewer Name: Sadaf S.
    Position: Teacher
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    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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  • Reviewer Name: Abdullah R.
    Position: Office Coordinator
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    Good authenticator from Microsoft

    Date: Dec 24 2020
    Summary

    Overall Microsoft Authenticator gives a good feel of security layer while accessing your digital credentials across different personal and guest devices.

    Positive

    It is a good 2FA security tool from Microsoft and has enhanced security levels for applications and wallets. The login process got easy and fast for the connected applications through Microsoft Authenticator by applying OTP or just scanning the codes within seconds.

    Negative

    It is good for the Microsoft compatible applications but not available for many other wallets.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Senior Technical Support
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    My favorite 2FA tool

    Date: Aug 20 2020
    Summary

    Microsoft Authenticator is a very essential tool in this digital era. It allows me to add more security to my account. Generating authentication code is very simple and convenient. It's my favorite 2FA tool.

    Positive

    #1- Very convenient to generate authentication code.
    #2- Reliable and help you add extra security to your accounts.
    #3- It supports many different platforms' accounts.
    #4- Mobile application is very useful.

    Negative

    I had an overall positive experience with it.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Public Relations Coordinator
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    Blocks Unauthorized login attempts

    Date: Oct 23 2020
    Summary

    I'm very impressed with its security and ease of authenticating login requests. It gives me the ability to protect from unauthorized log in requests. It's completely free software for mobile and computer.

    Positive

    You can add your accounts in Microsoft authenticator without any complexity. It's a very reliable tool for protecting your account for unauthorized login requests. Works very well on a mobile platform. It's very easy to generate a time log in codes.

    Negative

    No cons to share. Loved this 2 Factor Authentication software.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Service Engineer
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 20,000 or More
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    A convenient way to add 2FA

    Date: Aug 24 2020
    Summary

    Microsoft Authenticator is a pretty neat app available for free on smartphones. It brings extra security to our accounts without the incovenience of OTP codes.

    Positive

    Microsoft Authenticator is a free app which allows us to add 2 factor authentication security layer to applications and web services. It supports QR code scan for multiple sites like Facebook, Dropbox and one tap notification logging in to Microsoft accounts. It has a minimalist interface which makes using it simple and intuitive.

    Negative

    It doesn't provide the ability to edit the added accounts.

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