Google Authenticator

by Google · Mountain View, United States · Since 2010

TOTP authenticator.

Cybersecurity & endpoint protection Password managers & identityFree

Starting price: Free
Free trial / plan: Always free; Start without a card
Deployment: Cloud; Web
App Advisor rating: 4.5; transparency & India fit

What is Google Authenticator?

Google Authenticator is cybersecurity & endpoint protection from Google, based in Mountain View, United States and has been building software since 2010. TOTP authenticator.

Cybersecurity products protect endpoints, email, networks and cloud workloads, and test applications for vulnerabilities. Indian vendors such as Quick Heal and Seqrite are strong in endpoint security; global vendors dominate enterprise.

It is completely free to use. Beyond cybersecurity & endpoint protection, Google Authenticator also covers password managers & identity.

What works well

+Completely free to use
+16 years in business — a mature, stable product
+Covers more than one software category, reducing the number of tools you run

What to watch out for

−Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit

Best suited for: Startup · Small business · SMB

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Google Authenticator features

Category-standard capabilities plus what Google Authenticator adds. Verify depth in a demo.

Antivirus and endpoint detection (EDR)
Email security and phishing protection
Firewalls and network security
VPN and zero-trust access
Vulnerability scanning and pentesting
Security awareness training
SIEM and managed detection
Data loss prevention
Free plan to start without a card

Google Authenticator pricing

Entry price

Free

No paid plan required

How Google Authenticator charges. Google Authenticator is free; some free products monetise through add-ons, payments or premium support, so check what stays free at scale.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on support.google.com.

Specifications

Category: Cybersecurity & endpoint protection, Password managers & identity
Vendor: Google
Headquarters: Mountain View, United States
Founded: 2010
Pricing model: Free
Starting price: Free
Deployment: Cloud
Platforms: Web
Best for: Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India: No

₹600/mo

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Google Authenticator — frequently asked questions

What is Google Authenticator?+

Google Authenticator is cybersecurity & endpoint protection by Google. TOTP authenticator.

How much does Google Authenticator cost?+

Google Authenticator is free to use.

Does Google Authenticator offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — Google Authenticator offers a free plan you can start with.

Is Google Authenticator made in India?+

No. Google Authenticator is developed by Google in Mountain View, United States, though it is used by Indian businesses.

Who is Google Authenticator best suited for?+

Google Authenticator suits startup, small business, smb buyers looking for cybersecurity & endpoint protection with password managers & identity.

What are the best alternatives to Google Authenticator?+

Popular alternatives in cybersecurity & endpoint protection include ManageEngine ADManager Plus, ManageEngine Endpoint Central, Zoho Vault. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is Google Authenticator deployed?+

Google Authenticator is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.