Google Authenticator vs. AuthN by IDEE

Google Authenticator is a mobile application developed by Google that enhances the security of online accounts through two-factor authentication (2FA). By generating time-based one-time passwords (TOTPs), it adds an extra layer of protection beyond traditional passwords, ensuring that only authorized users can access their accounts. The app is compatible with Android, iOS, and BlackBerry devices, making it a versatile tool for users seeking to bolster their online security.

Traditional MFA (OTP, PUSH) is a nightmare to deploy enterprise-wide, despised by users for requiring a second device (phone or token), and powerless against credential phishing & MFA bypass attacks – the #1 global attack vectors. This is why IDEE built AuthN. Next generation MFA. We call it MFA 2.0. Our next-generation Zero-trust architecture is fully decentralised, which means we have no central credentials database - the single point of failure that hackers seek to exploit. This architecture is based on public-key cryptography. The same tech underlying crypto-currencies.