Aegis Authenticator
Free, open-source Android authenticator with an encrypted vault
- #5 of 10 in best authenticator apps
- Free and open source
- Free to use
- Open source
- Android
Ranked 5 of 10 in best authenticator apps
Free, open-source Android authenticator with an encrypted vault, biometric unlock and strong import and export. It is Android only, so iPhone users need another app.
Best for Android users who want full control of backups
About Aegis Authenticator
Aegis keeps tokens in an encrypted vault with optional biometric unlock. It organizes codes with themes, icon packs and a tiles view, and it can import from and export to a wide range of other authenticator apps. Automatic backups are supported.
The site describes Aegis as an Android app. Its source is published on GitHub under GPL-3.0, and the site says the app is actively developed. For Android users who want control over their backups, it is a strong choice that is free to use.
Key features
- Encrypted vault
- Optional biometric unlock
- Import and export
- Automatic backups
- Themes and icon packs
Strengths
- Free and open source under GPL-3.0
- Encrypted vault with biometric unlock
- Imports and exports tokens from many 2FA apps
Limits
- Android only, so iPhone users need another app
Where Aegis Authenticator ranks
How Aegis Authenticator compares
| Product | Score | Price | Platforms | Backups and sync |
|---|---|---|---|---|
#3 Yubico Authenticator | 88.0 | Free and open source | WindowsmacOSLinuxAndroidiOS | Codes live on the YubiKey; no cloud backup described |
#4 2FAS Auth | 87.5 | Free and open source | iOSAndroidBrowser extension | Cloud or manual backup |
| #5Aegis Authenticator | 86.0 | Free and open source | Android | Automatic backups, plus export and import |
#6 Stratum | 85.0 | Free and open source | Android | Encrypted backup and restore; export at any time |
#7 Bitwarden Authenticator | 84.5 | Free and open source | iOSAndroid | Not described on its page |
The full comparison table for best authenticator apps has all 10 products.
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Questions about Aegis Authenticator
- Is Aegis Authenticator free?
- Aegis Authenticator can be used without paying: Free and open source Android app. Check the vendor’s pricing page for current limits.
- Is Aegis Authenticator open source?
- Yes. Aegis Authenticator publishes its source code under the GPL-3.0 license.
- Which platforms does Aegis Authenticator support?
- Aegis Authenticator is available on: Android.
- What is Aegis Authenticator best for?
- Android users who want full control of backups. In our ranking of authenticator apps it is number 5 of 10 with a score of 86.0.
- What are the best alternatives to Aegis Authenticator?
- The highest-ranked alternatives on listme.name are Ente Auth, Proton Authenticator, Yubico Authenticator, 2FAS Auth.
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