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Proton Introduces Free Open-Source Authenticator for Desktop and Mobile

Proton’s new app extends its privacy-first portfolio with encrypted backups, cross-device code syncing alongside offline one-time-password generation.

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Proton Authenticator Launches as Free Privacy Focused 2FA App

Overview

  • The app’s open source code base and end-to-end encryption ensure that 2FA tokens remain private and auditable by independent security reviewers.
  • Users can import existing tokens and choose between local storage or encrypted cloud backups synced across devices via an optional Proton account.
  • Native desktop clients join mobile versions, enabling cross-platform access without ads, trackers or vendor lock-in.
  • Offline time-based one-time-password generation works alongside biometric or PIN locking to secure access without internet connectivity.
  • Microsoft’s removal of password autofill in its Authenticator app highlighted a gap that Proton Authenticator now addresses as part of Proton’s expanding suite following its AI chatbot launch.