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Authme

Free#97 of 111 in Authenticator Apps

Authme: A private, open-source desktop TOTP authenticator with strong migration and backup tools. Ranked #97 of 111 in Authenticator Apps by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Open source; best for private desktop TOTP users.

3.0/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
3.0 / 10
Pricing
Open source
Best for
Private desktop TOTP users
Paid from
Free
Facts checked
22 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- AES-256 encryption protected by a user password
- Imports Google Authenticator, 2FAS, and Aegis data
- Works offline except for updates and supports backups
Where it doesn't
- No mobile apps are included in the supported platforms
- Supports TOTP, but not HOTP codes
- Verified synchronization is not part of the feature set

Our verdict on Authme

Authme is an open-source authenticator for people who want desktop access to TOTP two-factor authentication codes. It supports Windows, Linux, macOS, and the web, with a focus on keeping authentication data available outside a mobile-only workflow. The application generates TOTP codes, imports TOTP QR codes, and accepts Google Authenticator data. Its GPL-3.0 licensing and offline operation, except for updates, make it a fit for users who prefer a locally focused tool.

Migration and portability are central strengths. Authme supports migration from 2FAS Authenticator and Aegis Authenticator, alongside Google Authenticator imports, giving users several established routes for bringing existing accounts into the application. Export and backup tools support moving or preserving authentication codes, while AES-256 encryption protected by a user password adds a defined protection layer for stored data. The option to hide the application from video capture and screenshots is also useful for private desktop workflows.

Authme is narrower than authenticator products built around mobile access, multiple code standards, or synchronized accounts. Its supported code type is TOTP, and the published feature set does not include HOTP or verified synchronization. The supported platform list covers desktop operating systems and the web, not mobile apps, so users who need phone-first access or a broader device ecosystem should choose an alternative. Authme fits users who prioritize open-source software, offline operation, desktop access, imports, and backups over cross-device synchronization.

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Authme pricing

Plans Open sourceFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on authme.levminer.com

Authme fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Free
Code type	Totp
Push approvals	Not verified
Encrypted backup	Not verified
Multi-device sync	Not verified
Team administration	Not verified
Supported platforms	Windows, Linux, macOS, web
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, Linux
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Integrations	3 integrations: Google Authenticator, 2FAS Authenticator, Aegis Authenticator
Pricing	Open source
Website	authme.levminer.com
Facts checked	22 Sep 2026

Authme integrations

Authme lists 3 integrations on its own site.

Google Authenticator
2FAS Authenticator
Aegis Authenticator

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