Authenticator
Authenticator generates 2-Step Verification codes in your browser.
Authenticator - Firefox Add-on for 2-Step Verification Codes
"Authenticator" is a Firefox extension designed for two-factor authentication (2FA). It creates 2FA codes in your browser, enhancing the security of your online accounts. Major features include adding accounts through QR code scanning, data encryption, multilingual support, and making backup to a file or cloud storage. It supports several 2FA mechanisms such as TOTP, HOTP, Steam Guard, and Blizzard Authenticator. Protect your digital life with Authenticator.
Add-on stats
Manifest V3
By: mymindstorm
Rating: 4.29 
2 new ratings
(361)
Weekly download count: 4,184
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- activeTab
- storage
- identity
- alarms
- scripting
Host permissions:
- https://www.google.com/
- https://*.dropboxapi.com/*
- https://www.googleapis.com/*
- https://accounts.google.com/o/oauth2/revoke
- https://graph.microsoft.com/me/*
- https://login.microsoftonline.com/common/oauth2/v2.0/token
Size: 3.03M
URLs: Website ,Privacy policy
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
# 157
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Saves time by providing 2FA codes without needing to use a phone
- Simplifies the use of two-factor authentication for multiple accounts
- Functions properly with some services like Octa
Cons
- Does not work with some major authenticators, such as Microsoft
- Confusing interface with unclear icons and navigation
- QR code scanning functionality often fails or does not respond
- Users have difficulty figuring out how to use the app and add accounts
Most mentioned
- Inconsistent performance with various QR codes and authenticators
- Difficulties with the QR code scanning feature
- Confusing user interface and navigation issues
User reviews
by Susana, 2025-03-13
by zsyzsykk, 2025-03-12
by Firefox user 18867201, 2025-03-05
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Authenticator requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Request access to the following domains: google.com, dropboxapi.com, googleapis.com, microsoft.com, microsoftonline.com
Risk likelihood
We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Authenticator. Use it at your own risk.
Risk likelihood analysis details
- Low This extension was updated more than 6 months ago. Older versions are more likely to be stable and safe.
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