What is Open Authenticator?
This trusted open-source Authenticator app was formerly known as the SmartWatch2 Authenticator free. It is a fork of the original Google Authenticator, made compatible with the Sony SmartWatch 2 device. Users can employ this app without a SmartWatch as well, benefiting from a reliable open-source Authenticator solution. The app enables two-factor authentication for various websites, including Google and Github, enhancing login security. By adding accounts to the app, users can conveniently access their authentication codes on their SmartWatch, eliminating the need to repeatedly access their phone. Notably, this version of the app does not require internet permissions, ensuring that no data can be transmitted to third parties, addressing the concerns of privacy-conscious users. The source code is available on Github for thorough security review. Donations are welcome to support the developer's ongoing efforts to maintain and improve the app, which is open to feature requests and bug reports
Highlights
- Compatible with Sony SmartWatch 2 device and can be used without a SmartWatch
- Enables two-factor authentication for websites like Google and Github
- Provides authentication codes on the SmartWatch, eliminating the need to access phone
- No internet permissions, ensuring no data transmission to third parties
- Open-source with source code available on Github for security review
- Accepts donations to support the developer's maintenance and improvements
Platforms
- Android
Languages
- English
Features
Two-factor Authentication
Time-based One-time Password
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)