Operating systems: Android
The andOTP authenticator has everything you can think of to conveniently and securely save tokens, and then some. For example, andOTP’s features include tag support and search for tokens by name. There is also an option to connect a “panic button” so that in case of emergency, you can erase all tokens from the app and reset.
The app allows you to view your secret key or QR code for each token individually. You can also save all of your tokens at once in an encrypted file in Google Drive — that means with one tap you can back up to the cloud or export to a file. App access can be protected with a password or the fingerprint you use to log in to your Android device. For greater security, however, you can set up a separate PIN or even a long password specifically for andOTP, along with setting the app to lock after a period of inactivity (which you define). There are three or four more settings screens — this app is a geek’s dream.
Pros:
- Access protection with a PIN or password set in the app, or with the OS login PIN or fingerprint,
- Ability to view the secret key or QR code for any token,
- Ability to export all tokens at once to an encrypted file in Google Drive,
- Code-hiding,
- Automatic hiding of codes when the user is inactive (after 5–60 seconds, configurable),
- Automatic locking of the app when the user is inactive (after 10–360 seconds, configurable),
- Flexible token searching by name or using customizable tags,
- Option to use panic button to erase all tokens,
- Flexible and plentiful settings.
Cons:
- Android-only availability,
- Ease of key retrieval, meaning greater risk if the unlocked app falls into the wrong hands.
Summary
andOTP is the most feature-rich authenticator for Android and is sure to please all authenticator geeks.
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