What is Google Authenticator?
Google Authenticator is a software-based authenticator made by Google that uses a 2-Step Verification (also known as two-factor authentication) thereby adding an extra layer of security to your account. You sign in with something you know (your password) and something you have (a code sent to your phone).
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89 Likeliness to Recommend
95 Plan to Renew
88 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
Emotional Footprint Overview
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+92 Net Emotional Footprint
The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.
How much do users love Google Authenticator?
Pros
- Reliable
- Respectful
- Trustworthy
- Fair
How to read the Emotional Footprint
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Feature Ratings
Multi-Device Protection
Email Authentication
OTP Authentication
Browser Push Notifications
Biometrics Authentication
Role-Based Multi-Factor Authentication
Hard Token Authentication
Integration APIs
Dashboards, Analytics and Reporting
Role and User Management
Vendor Capability Ratings
Ease of IT Administration
Ease of Implementation
Business Value Created
Quality of Features
Usability and Intuitiveness
Breadth of Features
Ease of Data Integration
Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement
Availability and Quality of Training
Ease of Customization
Vendor Support
Google Authenticator Reviews
Jack H.
- Role: Industry Specific Role
- Industry: Communications
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Sep 2023
Authenticator authenticates
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
Nothing really. It does what it says on the tin.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
The ability to have multiple 2FA tokens available to me within an app.
What do you dislike most about this product?
Device locked - lose the device, lose access to your codes!
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Consider whether you will always have access to the device you set it up on!
Pros
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
- Enables Productivity
- Unique Features
Younes B.
- Role: Consultant
- Industry: Consulting
- Involvement: Initial Implementation
Submitted Sep 2023
Decent security authenticator for everyday use
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
None I guess. I use it alongside Microsoft authenticator and Apple built-in security features
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Minimalist design
What do you dislike most about this product?
None of i think of.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
It's a must for anyone who use Google products and want to secure his digital asset even outside Google products
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
Cons
- Vendor Friendly Policies
- Vendor's Interest First
Sanil J.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Submitted Aug 2023
Easy to use, but a bit pricey
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?
faster authentication
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Faster authentication
What do you dislike most about this product?
A little slow while giving the code
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
A little slow while giving the code
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
- Trustworthy