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Authy Desktop

authy · v2.5.0 • auto-updates • deprecated

2
5.0

Two-factor authentication software

brew install --cask authy
Note: authy is built for Intel macOS and so requires Rosetta 2 to be installed. You can install Rosetta 2 with: softwareupdate --install-rosetta --agree-to-license Note that it is very difficult to remove Rosetta 2 once it is installed.
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Trust Score 2/10
Open source +0
Active development +0
Licensed +0
Auto-updates +1
Deprecated +0
Established (>1yr) +1
Low installs +0

Review

Mar 11, 2026

Authy Desktop is a two-factor authentication tool designed to enhance security for desktop users. It offers integration with various services and supports multiple platforms, though it is nearing its end of life, prompting users to seek alternatives.

Provides two-factor authentication for desktop users to enhance account security.

Maturity: The project is nearing its end of life, indicating limited future development.

Community: Hacker News discussions highlight concerns about the app's upcoming end of life, with users expressing disappointment and the need for alternatives.

Pros

  • + Enhances account security with two-factor authentication
  • + Integrates with a variety of online services
  • + Supports multiple platforms

Cons

  • - Nearing end of life, with limited future support
  • - Community discussion reflects concerns about app discontinuation

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