Today, relying on a single password for your online accounts often isn’t enough to keep the data secure. That’s why you need two-factor authentication (2FA) that adds an extra layer by requiring users to provide 2 authentication factors to verify their identity.
You can find different apps such as Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, Authy, and 2FAS to achieve this. But in this article, I’ll tell you about the latter; 2FAS – an application that uses Time-based One-time Passwords (TOTP) to authenticate your identity and help you log into accounts securely.
What exactly is 2FAS?
2FA is a security system that requires two distinct and separate forms of identification in order to get access to an account. Usually, the first factor is your password, and the second can be an OTP or biometrics. With this, you can prevent unauthorized users from accessing your account in case of a password breach.
Moving on, 2FAS is one of the popular two-factor authenticator apps that protects your credentials using TOTP for identity confirmation. I have been using it for a while now and it has impressed me a lot.
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How does it work?
There are pretty simple steps you will need to follow to use this application. First download the 2FAS Authenticator App (Playstore, IOS). Then turn on the 2-step authentication for your selected account.
After that, you will need to add your account and then finish 2-step authentication for it. After the setup, you will get a code that is different every time and is valid only for 30 seconds.
Note: The app also includes a “Guide me” category that will walk you through the steps in detail.
Why 2FAS?
Firstly 2FAS doesn’t require you to share personal information to use the app, ensuring your privacy. Additionally, it works offline, unlike many other apps, and offers a browser extension for more flexibility.
Moreover, it is completely free to use without annoying ads or popups. While it’s mobile-first, it also supports backup and syncing via iCloud or Google Drive, giving you a convenient way to manage your authentication settings across devices. You can even import your old tokens from other apps like Aegis, LastPass Authenticator, and Google Authenticator.
For the safety of this application, you can add an app lock as well. Overall, it is an excellent, open source for securing your accounts with ease and privacy.
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