How to Transfer Google Authenticator to New Mobile?

vegemite2008 on 19/05/2024 - 20:19
Last edited 19/05/2024 - 20:33 by 1 other user

Hi,

I need to do a factory reset on my Samsung mobile.

I have authenticator (google) and mygov and mygovid on my samsung mobile.

What's the easiest way to temporary transfer it to my spare Motorola so that I can still use the mygov etc while I am resetting my Samsung.

Mobile Google Authenticator

Comments

  • vince088 on 19/05/2024 - 20:20
    +3

    open the app, tap 3 lines top left > Transfer accounts.

  • JimmyF on 19/05/2024 - 20:48
    +1

    If only there was some place you could ask these questions….. you might have found this

    https://www.theverge.com/21410260/google-authenticator-2fa-h…

  • vegemite2008 on 19/05/2024 - 20:53

    Same with mygov etc?

    • Subere on 20/05/2024 - 22:25

      Doesn't myGov still only use SMS? Or have they finally given the option for an authenticor app?

    • pegaxs on 19/05/2024 - 21:00
      +1

      And why would that be? Seems like a big ask with no back story… genuinely curious as to why it’s so bad.

      • Twix on 19/05/2024 - 21:09
        +7

        Google Authenticator used to suck because there was no options for account transfer or cloud backup. This is no longer the case with the app updates.

        • ldd-mn on 19/05/2024 - 22:02
          -2

          It still sucks because it's tied to your Google Account. I use Aegis on Android which lets me back it up wherever I want, even Google Drive if I trusted Google enough.

          • jv on 20/05/2024 - 10:13
            -1

            @ldd-mn:

            I use Aegis on Android which lets me back it up wherever I want

            I found your backup available for sale for $2…

      • CyberMurning on 19/05/2024 - 21:42
        -4

        Lack of features.

    • JimmyF on 20/05/2024 - 09:16
      -2

      Use authy or others

      Remember, if you're not paying for the product, you are the product….

  • Rako on 19/05/2024 - 21:32
    +3

    2FAS can create a backup so you can easily import into another device. Authy is closing down it's desktop option.

    • neoleo on 20/05/2024 - 09:49
      +1

      Windows 11 + Windows Subsystem for Android + Authy apk file. Anyone can still install and use Authy in Windows 11.

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