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Google Authenticator vs Open Authenticator

A side-by-side look at Google Authenticator and Open Authenticator. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Google Authenticator

Google Authenticator

Security & Privacy

Google Authenticator is a multi-factor authentication mobile app that generates timed codes for user verification. It helps protect user accounts by requiring both a password and a randomly generated 6-digit code that refreshes every 30 seconds.

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Open Authenticator

Open Authenticator

Security & Privacy

Open Authenticator is a free and open source two-factor authentication app for Android and iOS. It allows users to generate time-based one-time passwords compatible with Google Authenticator and similar apps for two-factor authentication. It provides an easy way to improve the security of your online accounts.

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