Windows based authenticator apps - alternative to Authy?


I use 1Password to keep track of my passwords. From what I understand, it also has built-in features for authentication.
 

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I came here searching for the same solution, and I think I may have found it.

I use Aegis for TOTP on my Andoid phone, and keep the TOTP keys stored in a keepass database.

It turns out, the Windows Keepass app, KeepassXC, has a TOTP generator. You right-click on a db entry, select <TOTP>Set up TOTP>, paste in the key. Then return and do the same with <TOTP>Show TOTP> to get the code. Or, you can even select <TOTP>Show QR code> to install it on another authenticator app. And, since you have the secret key stored, you have a backup in case you lose your phone.

Here's some more info: In-depth tutorial: How to set up 2FA TOTP with KeepassXC, Aegis and Authy.

Does anyone see any downside here?
 

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    Windows 11
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I use an authenticator that syncs between all my devices - Windows and Android. It fills in username, password and 2FA / TOTP.

It's also Mac/iOS compatible but I don't own any of those.

Roboform is free on one device and $2.49 a month for unlimited devices. As it is also an excellent password manager it's good value.
 

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