About
Microsoft Authenticator provides multi-factor authentication, passwordless sign-in, and password autofill for your online accounts. Enable MFA to add a second layer of security during login by approving a notification or entering a one-time password (OTP) with a 30-second timer. Use passwordless authentication with your phone, fingerprint, face ID, or PIN instead of a password to access Microsoft products like Outlook, OneDrive, and Office. The app supports non-Microsoft accounts including Facebook, Amazon, Dropbox, Google, LinkedIn, and GitHub. You can also sync and autofill passwords saved in Microsoft Edge, import passwords from Google Chrome and other password managers, and register your device for certificate-based authentication with your work or school organization.
Highlights
- Multi-factor authentication with push notifications or 30-second OTP codes
- Passwordless sign-in using fingerprint, face ID, or PIN on your phone
- Password autofill synced from Microsoft Edge with biometric protection
- Support for non-Microsoft accounts including Facebook, Amazon, Google, GitHub, and LinkedIn
- Import passwords from Google Chrome and other password managers
- Certificate-based authentication for work or school device registration
Best for
People managing multiple online accounts who want stronger security through multi-factor authentication, users seeking passwordless login options, and employees or students whose organizations require device registration and certificate-based authentication.
At a glance
Microsoft Authenticator is available on iOS — all free to download.
It is developed by Microsoft Corporation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Microsoft Authenticator free?
- Yes — Microsoft Authenticator is free to download on iOS.
- What platforms is Microsoft Authenticator available on?
- Microsoft Authenticator is available on iOS.
- What is Microsoft Authenticator?
- Microsoft Authenticator is a security app that enables multi-factor authentication, passwordless sign-in, and password autofill for your online accounts. It generates one-time passwords, sends push notifications for login approval, and protects passwords with biometric verification.
- Does Microsoft Authenticator work with non-Microsoft accounts?
- Yes. You can add multiple accounts to the app, including non-Microsoft accounts like Facebook, Amazon, Dropbox, Google, LinkedIn, and GitHub.
- Can I use Microsoft Authenticator to autofill passwords?
- Yes. The app can autofill passwords synced from Microsoft Edge and imported from Google Chrome and other password managers. You must authenticate with your fingerprint, face ID, or PIN before accessing or autofilling passwords.
- How does passwordless sign-in work?
- Enter your username, then approve the notification sent to your phone. Your fingerprint, face ID, or PIN provides a second layer of security to complete the two-step verification process.
- What are the alternatives to Microsoft Authenticator?
- Microsoft Authenticator is similar to 2FA Authenticator (2FAS), Proton Authenticator, Stratum - Authenticator App, and Okta Verify. Browse related apps by tag: 2fa, mfa, and password manager.
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