It's a security app that isn't the most secure (although they have added Face ID for iOS since this video was published). I still recommend something like Authy OR, for a more secure option, consider a 2FA key:    • Setup a 2FA Key for MAXIMUM Online Se...  

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Video Timestamps
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0:00 Introduction
0:46 Google Authenticator is Not Secure
2:00 Authy App
3:34 Microsoft Authenticator App
5:00 1Password App
6:05 Summing Up Alternatives
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2 Factor Authentication apps (2FA) are a must have if you'd like to secure your accounts, but you'll want to make sure you have a secure app that you can trust. The Google Authenticator app is not as secure as we think, and here are a few good alternatives.


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