Google Authenticator has been around for over a decade, is free, and will work with virtually every service that supports ...

Using passkeys is a safer alternative to the risky password habits 49% of US adults use, according to CNET's password survey.

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds an extra layer of protection to your accounts. Instead of relying only on a password, MFA requires you to verify your identity using two or more methods.

Proton today launched Proton Authenticator, a free two-factor authentication app available across all major platforms including iOS, ...

Microsoft is moving toward a password-less future. As part of that shift, it no longer wants the Authenticator app to handle passwords or payment methods.

The only type of passkeys that Microsoft currently supports are device-bound (non-syncable) passkeys. Here's what that means for you and your credential management plans.

Simply log in to your Microsoft Authenticator account, and a prompt will appear asking you to set up a new passkey. Alternatively, you can open your account, tap the ‘set up a passkey’ option, and ...

Microsoft Authenticator stopped supporting password management at the start of August. If you're looking for a decent alternative, check out our suggestions.

Microsoft is currently testing a new version of its Authenticator app for Windows 10. Twitter user WalkingCat discovered the app, named "phone sign-in beta." It appears the updated app will ...

Microsoft’s Authenticator app is undergoing a significant transformation, with the company phasing out its password manager capabilities by August 2025 in favor of passkey support. The change follows ...