About this listing
Microsoft Authenticator is listed with version, update, developer, screenshots, permissions, source, and compatibility details from the available app metadata.
Before you install
- Android requirement is not listed in the current data.
- Package size is not listed in the current data.
- The source link points to a Google Play listing.
Listing evidence
Microsoft Authenticator includes version 6.2601.0189, last update Jan 14, 2026, 19 screenshots, privacy policy link in the current metadata.
The current metadata notes that permission list is not available.
Microsoft Authenticator app information and review notes
Microsoft Authenticator by Microsoft Corporation is listed in Business. This page organizes the available metadata into a practical review format, including version 6.2601.0189, Android requirement not listed, update date Jan 14, 2026, rating 4.7 out of 5, and install signal 100,000,000+.
Compare business apps for communication, documents, workflow, CRM, invoicing, and team operations while checking account requirements, data handling, and permissions. For Microsoft Authenticator, use the details below as a checklist before you decide whether the app fits your device, privacy expectations, and use case.
Use case fit
Microsoft Authenticator is summarized as: "No more passwords, easier sign-in, and greater protection for your accounts." Compare that promise with the screenshots, category, update notes, and related apps before installing.
Version and compatibility
The listing shows version 6.2601.0189, Android requirement not listed, package size not listed, and last update Jan 14, 2026. These details matter because older devices, large packages, and stale updates can change the install experience.
Privacy and permissions
Microsoft Authenticator does not include a permission list in the current metadata, so review the source listing and Android install prompt carefully.
Review checklist
- Confirm the developer name and source listing before installing.
- Review version, Android requirement, package size, and update date.
- Compare requested permission access with the feature you actually need.
- Read recent change notes and ratings as signals, not as guarantees of safety.
App description
Getting started with multi-factor authentication
Multi factor authentication (MFA) or two factor authentication (2FA) provides a second layer of security. When logging in with multi-factor authentication, you’ll enter your password, and then you’ll be asked for an additional way to prove it’s really you. Either approve the notification sent to the Microsoft Authenticator, or enter the one-time password (OTP) generated by the app. The one-time passwords (OTP codes) have a 30 second timer counting down. This timer is so you never have to use the same time-based one-time password (TOTP) twice and you don’t have to remember the number. The one-time password (OTP) doesn’t require you to be connected to a network, and it won’t drain your battery. You can add multiple accounts to your app, including non-Microsoft accounts like Facebook, Amazon, Dropbox, Google, LinkedIn, GitHub, and more.
Getting started with passwordless
Use your phone, not your password, to log into your Microsoft account. Just enter your username, then approve the notification sent to your phone. Your fingerprint, face ID, or PIN will provide a second layer of security in this two-step verification process. After you’ve signed in with two factor authentication (2FA), you’ll have access to all your Microsoft products and services, such as Outlook, OneDrive, Office, and more.
Microsoft personal, work or school accounts
Sometimes your work or school might ask you to install the Microsoft Authenticator when accessing certain files, emails, or apps. You will need to register your device to your organization through the app and add your work or school account. Microsoft Authenticator also supports cert-based authentication by issuing a certificate on your device. This will let your organization know that the sign-in request is coming from a trusted device and help you seamlessly and securely access additional Microsoft apps and services without needing to log into each. Because Microsoft Authenticator supports single sign-on, once you have proven your identity once, you will not need to log in again to other Microsoft apps on your device.
Optional Access permissions:
Microsoft Authenticator includes the following optional access permissions. All these require user consent. If you choose to not grant these optional access permissions, you can still use Microsoft Authenticator for other services that do not require such permission. For more information see https://aka.ms/authappfaq
Accessibility Service: Used to optionally support features on more apps and sites.
Location: Sometimes your organization wants to know your location before allowing you to access certain resources. The app will request this permission only if your organization has a policy requiring location.
Camera: Used to scan QR codes when you add a work, school, or non-Microsoft account.
Read the contents of your storage: This permission is only used when you report a technical problem through the app settings. Some information from your storage is collected to diagnose the issue.
Requirements (Latest version)
• Requires Android 5.0 or higher
