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Proton Launches Free Cross-Platform Authenticator with End-to-End Encryption

This privacy-first app replaces vulnerable SMS codes with native desktop support secured by encrypted cross-device syncing.

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Proton Authenticator download page
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Overview

  • Proton Authenticator is available now on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS and Linux, marking Proton’s first dedicated desktop 2FA offering.
  • The open-source tool generates time-based one-time passwords offline and uses end-to-end encryption to sync codes across devices without internet access.
  • Users can import and export TOTP seeds from other authenticator apps to ease migration and avoid vendor lock-in.
  • The app operates without ads, trackers or a required Proton account, aligning with Proton’s commitment to user privacy.
  • Automatic encrypted backups and optional biometric or PIN locking add additional protection as part of Proton’s expanding suite of privacy-focused services.