Proton, a productivity tool company that prioritizes privacy, introduced a new authenticator application that enables users to access services by utilizing dynamically generated two-factor credentials.
Starting today, the free application is accessible on all platforms, including iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux. The application enables the synchronization of credentials and accounts between devices.

Proton Authenticator, like its other products, is open-sourced and employs end-to-end encryption to safeguard user data, according to the company.
The company stated that users can effortlessly integrate login codes from other authentication applications. Additionally, the application functions without an internet connection and automatically backs up code.
“Two-factor authentication is indispensable for all individuals, not merely those who prioritize their privacy.”

Eamonn Maguire, Head of Account Security at Proton, stated in a statement that Proton Authenticator is designed for individuals who desire a secure, transparent, and user-friendly method of safeguarding their accounts. “We are of the opinion that the protection of your privacy and convenience should never be sacrificed in order to achieve robust security.”
This is the reason we created Proton Authenticator: to provide users with the assurance that their 2FA codes are accessible at all times, without the need to depend on Google or Microsoft.

He also stated that “we are ensuring that users have complete control over their data and the manner in which they access their online accounts.”
An additional layer of security is provided to users by two-factor authentication, which is implemented through an application, to prevent assailants from gaining access to their accounts. SMS-based two-factor authentication is an alternative; however, it is frequently susceptible to SIM swapping attacks, which allow attackers to intercept user calls and messages.

Proton is currently experiencing an unprecedented surge in product releases. Lumo, an AI chatbot that prioritizes privacy, was introduced by the organization earlier this week. Lumo does not retain any conversation recordings or utilize user data to train models.
Ivan is responsible for the coverage of global consumer technology developments at TechCrunch. He has previously worked at publications such as The Next Web and Huffington Post, and is currently based in India.