NCP Authenticator App – TOTP app for secure multi-factor authentication
NCP Authenticator App generates time-based one-time passwords as an additional authentication factor for corporate networks, VPN connections, applications, and remote-access environments.
NCP Authenticator App at a glance
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Product name | NCP Authenticator App |
| Use cases | Multi-factor authentication (MFA) |
| Suitable for | Individuals, companies, and organizations that want to protect accounts with an additional authentication factor |
| Industries | Suitable across industries |
| Operating systems | iOS and Android |
What is the NCP Authenticator App?
NCP Authenticator App is a free TOTP app for multi-factor authentication (MFA).
It generates time-based one-time passcodes that are used as an additional security factor alongside a password when users sign in to accounts, applications, VPNs, and remote-access environments. Even if a password is compromised, the time-limited code provides an additional barrier against unauthorized access.
What Is TOTP?
TOTP (Time-Based One-Time Password) uses a secret key and the current time to generate a new, single-use code at regular intervals, typically every 30 to 60 seconds. The calculation is performed locally on the device, so an active internet connection is not required to generate the code. Each code expires after a short period, significantly limiting the usefulness of an intercepted or observed code.
Multi-factor authentication explained simply
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) means that a user verifies their identity using at least two independent forms of proof. This usually combines something the user knows, such as a password, and something the user has, such as an authenticator app or hardware token. For companies with remote access infrastructure, MFA is therefore a key component in effectively preventing attacks involving stolen credentials.
Features of the NCP Authenticator App
The NCP Authenticator App provides the essential capabilities of a modern authenticator app and supports secure sign-in with multi-factor authentication.
Fast generation of one-time passwords
The app generates time-based one-time passwords that can be used as an additional authentication factor alongside a password.
Support for TOTP-compatible services
The app can be used with applications and services that support the TOTP standard, including Google, Facebook, PayPal, Dropbox, and many others.
Simple setup using a QR code
Add a new account quickly by scanning the QR code provided by the relevant application or service.
Flexible code configuration
Configure properties such as the validity period and character length for generated authentication codes.
Offline operation
Security codes can also be generated without an active internet connection.
Optional biometric protection
On supported iOS devices, access to the authenticator app can be protected with biometric authentication such as Face ID or Touch ID.
Why use the NCP Authenticator app for secure MFA?
- Add protection against unauthorized account access
- Set up accounts quickly by scanning a QR code
- Generate codes without an internet connection
- Use the app with TOTP-compatible services
- Configure authentication codes flexibly
- Download and use the app free of charge
Download the app free of charge - iOS Download the app free of charge - Android
Frequently asked questions about the NCP Authenticator App
Learn more about the NCP Authenticator App, its features and how it helps secure authentication.
An authenticator app is a software application that generates temporary one-time passwords. These codes provide an additional layer of security alongside the user’s password when signing in to a compatible account or application.
TOTP stands for Time-Based One-Time Password. It is a method that uses a secret key and the current time to generate a new, single-use code at regular intervals, typically every 30 to 60 seconds.
Multi-factor authentication requires users to verify their identity using at least two independent factors. A common example is a password combined with a temporary code generated by an authenticator app or hardware token.
Yes, the NCP Authenticator App can be downloaded and used free of charge. It is available from the Apple App Store and Google Play.
The app can be used by individuals, businesses, and other organizations that want to protect their accounts and access environments with multi-factor authentication. It is suitable for applications and services that support the TOTP standard.
Yes. TOTP codes are calculated locally on the device, so no active internet connection is required to generate them.
TOTP codes are generated locally and are not transmitted over the cellular network. This makes them more resistant than SMS-based codes to threats such as SIM swapping and SMS interception. Users must still protect their mobile device and the authenticator app against unauthorized access.
The app can replace a traditional hardware token in many TOTP-based use cases. It can be managed centrally and provides TOTP functionality on the user’s mobile device without requiring an additional physical token.
The NCP Authenticator App supports SHA-1, SHA-256, and SHA-512.
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