Google Authenticator
21 Jul 2026
About Google Authenticator
Enable 2-step verification to protect your account from hijacking.
Google Authenticator is a secure app by Google LLC that helps protect your online accounts from hijacking. It adds a second step of verification when you sign in, requiring a code generated by the app on your phone, in addition to your password. This extra layer of security makes it more difficult for hackers to access your accounts. The app allows you to sync your verification codes across devices and set up multiple accounts quickly and easily using QR codes. You can also transfer accounts between devices using QR codes. To use Google Authenticator with Google, you need to enable 2-Step Verification on your Google Account.
Google Authenticator adds an extra layer of security to your online accounts by adding a second step of verification when you sign in. This means that in addition to your password, you'll also need to enter a code that is generated by the Google Authenticator app on your phone. The verification code can be generated by the Google Authenticator app on your phone, even if you don't have a network or cellular connection.
* Sync your Authenticator codes to your Google Account and across your devices. This way, you can always access them even if you lose your phone.
* Set up your Authenticator accounts automatically with a QR code. This is quick and easy, and it helps to ensure that your codes are set up correctly.
* Support for multiple accounts. You can use the Authenticator app to manage multiple accounts, so you don't have to switch between apps every time you need to sign in.
* Support for time-based and counter-based code generation. You can choose the type of code generation that best suits your needs.
* Transfer accounts between devices with a QR code. This is a convenient way to move your accounts to a new device.
* To use Google Authenticator with Google, you need to enable 2-Step Verification on your Google Account. To get started visit http://www.google.com/2step Permission notice: Camera: Needed to add accounts using QR codes
What's new in the latest version
Last updated on 21 Jul 2026
* Cloud syncing: Your Authenticator codes can now be synced to your Google Account and across your devices, so you can always access them even if you lose your phone. * Privacy Screen: Access to Authenticator can now be protected by your screen lock, PIN or biometric. * Improved UX and visuals: We've made the app easier to use and more visually appealing.
Screenshots
Google Authenticator APK Information
- Latest Version
- Varies with device
- Category
- Tools
- Android OS
- Varies with device
- File Size
- Varies with device
- Developer
- Google LLC
- Available on
- Google Play
- Content Rating
- Rated for 3+
- Updated
- 21 Jul 2026
- Package Name
- com.google.android.apps.authenticator2
- Installs
- 100,000,000+
- Price
- Free
- Feedback
- Flag as inappropriate
Google Authenticator FAQ
How do I download Google Authenticator for Android?
Tap "Download from Google Play" to install the official version of Google Authenticator on your phone. It is free to open the store page.
How do I install an APK or XAPK file?
Allow "Install unknown apps" for your browser or file manager, open the downloaded file and tap Install. XAPK files need an XAPK installer. See our install guide for step-by-step help.
What Android version does Google Authenticator need?
It varies with your device. Google Play shows whether your phone is supported.
How do I update Google Authenticator to the latest version?
If you installed it from Google Play, updates arrive automatically. For APK files, download the newer version from this page and install it over the old one.