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Microsoft Authenticator

Microsoft Authenticator

Protects your online identity

720K ratings
4391 reviews
#11 in free Productivity
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Released
May 30, 2015
Updated
October 20, 2026

Developer

Microsoft Corporation
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Securely sign into online accounts with multi-factor authentication, passwordless login, or password autofill. Manage multiple accounts, including non-Microsoft services, and access Microsoft products and services seamlessly.

✓Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
✓Passwordless sign-in
✓Password autofill
✓Support for non-Microsoft accounts
✓Account management for work/school
✓Cert-based authentication
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What users say about Microsoft Authenticator

Reviews of Microsoft Authenticator are mostly negative: the Productivity app is rated 4.7/5 from 720K App Store ratings. What users like most: seamless authentication, secure login process. Top complaints: broken Apple Watch functionality, backup and restore issues. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🚀Seamless authentication
  • 🔒Secure login process
  • 👍Convenient passwordless sign-in
  • 🚀Smooth app performance

Negative things

  • 🐛Broken Apple Watch functionality
  • 🐛Backup and restore issues
  • 🐛Confusing login flow
  • 🐛Accounts disappearing after phone change
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What's New in Microsoft Authenticator

6.8.57

October 20, 2026

We're always working on new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements. Make sure you stay updated with the latest version for the best authentication experience.

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Charts

Top Free

📊 11

Productivity

The app has maintained its position at 11 recently.

Last updated on November 1, 2026.

Top Free

📉 107-2

Global

This app dropped -2 positions in Global chart.

Last updated on November 1, 2026.

User reviews

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this app makes me feel suicidal

i have genuinely lost my sanity on numerous occasions because of this app. it never works. EVER. i’ve looked into it so many times and never get the issue resolved, this app has brought me to tears numerous times, i hate it.
Aadrycarrot

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Terrible app

The app has never worked properly for years it always sucks. Always has problems won’t be using it again
MMickeyooooo

Stupid

Ask me to use the Authenticator app to approve a log in in the authentication app, like how am I meant to do that and the following options don’t work after that which give me a code for the Authenticator app!!!!!!!!
TTthis is gay in russian tho

Good but not intuitive

When trying to sign in to Microsoft account from Authenticator app, it should not give the option of signing in using the code on Authenticator app
SShivdha
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Authenticator app getting locked and requiring Touch ID

Bug

Notification failures and authentication issues

Bug

Accounts not syncing properly between devices

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Add search and sorting for accounts

Feature

Improve Apple Watch integration

Feature

Provide better backup and restore options

Feature

Streamline login process

Feature

FAQ

What is Microsoft Authenticator?

Microsoft Authenticator is a mobile application designed to enhance online security. It provides multi-factor authentication (MFA), passwordless login options, and password autofill capabilities for various online accounts, including personal, work, and school accounts.

How does multi-factor authentication work with this app?

When MFA is enabled, after entering your password, you'll be prompted to verify your identity. This can be done by approving a notification sent to the app or by entering a time-based one-time password (OTP) generated by the app. These OTP codes refresh every 30 seconds and do not require a network connection.

Can I use this app for non-Microsoft accounts?

Yes, you can add multiple accounts to the app, including non-Microsoft accounts from services like Facebook, Amazon, Dropbox, Google, LinkedIn, and GitHub. This allows you to manage security for a wide range of your online presences from a single application.

Is Microsoft Authenticator free to use?

Yes, Microsoft Authenticator is a free application. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its core features for authentication and account management.

What are the benefits of using passwordless login?

Passwordless login allows you to sign into your Microsoft account using your phone instead of a password. After entering your username, you approve a notification sent to your phone, and then use your fingerprint, face ID, or PIN for a second layer of security. This streamlines the login process while maintaining strong security.