Google authenticator discussion

[Spanopohlo]

I always use authenticator whenever I open accounts.. I prefer OTP mobile verification as it feels safe than using an authenticator. I was hacked a few times already it gives me anxiety whenever I open my account that is why I am always putting 2 way authentication in my device to ease it.

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[Ewox]

I have been using Google authenticator for a couple years now and I have no problems with using it. And it safe for me to use it too even in my social media apps, I feel safe using them.

[DigitalFox]

Do all these 3 applications work same? I mean, if any site proposes to use 2FA and prompts you to use Google Authentificator, can you use other 2 instead?

Yes and yes. The method for turning the shared secret (the QR code you scan when you first set up 2FA on a new site) in to the 6 digit code is universal across all 2FA apps. Any app will work.

I would also give my vouch for Aegis. It is the best 2FA app available at present.

Thanks for the answer, I will take a closer look on Aegis, Authy and andOTP. Never liked Google app, really.