Looking to replace Google Authenticator with something that doesn't lock you to Google?
Passkey-based sign-in that works across devices without a Google account.
Internet Identity is a free, open-source passkey authentication system. Unlike Google Authenticator (which ties your 2FA codes to a Google account and is famously hard to migrate), Internet Identity uses WebAuthn passkeys that are device-bound and recoverable via additional registered devices.
Why switch from Google Authenticator?
- No Google account needed, though you can use one if you prefer
- Passkeys instead of TOTP codes — no manual code entry
- Multi-device recovery built in (register multiple devices upfront)
- Open source and auditable
Our pick
Internet Identity by DFINITY Foundation — Passwordless sign-in for the Internet Computer — a passkey or a provider you already use, with no tracking and no personal data shared. Launch
Frequently asked questions
- Is Internet Identity a 2FA app like Google Authenticator?
- Not quite — it's a primary authentication system using passkeys, not a TOTP code generator. For ICP apps, Internet Identity replaces both username/password AND the 2FA step.
- Can I use it for non-ICP services?
- Best fit is apps deployed on the Internet Computer. For other sites that support WebAuthn passkeys directly (most major sites now do), use your device's built-in passkey manager.
- What if I lose my phone with Google Authenticator codes?
- That's exactly the problem — Google Authenticator's recovery story has been historically painful. Internet Identity solves this with multi-device passkey registration upfront.
- Is it really free with no MAU pricing?
- Yes. Internet Identity is operated as a public good on the Internet Computer.
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