A modern and secure Windows app for managing 2FA authentication codes. Import existing tokens from other apps or export your data to use elsewhere. Use your fingerprint or face to access your tokens quickly and securely. Your data is encrypted using the latest security standards and stored securely on your device.
Publisher’s description
What is 2FAGuard?
2FAGuard is an open-source password manager program for Windows from Timo Kössler. It is written in C#.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (Inno Setup) and Portable. It needs Windows 10 1809 or newer. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.8.4, released on October 10, 2026. 19 versions are listed since October 7, 2024, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 9.5 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (timokoessler/2FAGuard) has 208 stars. Similar programs include Bitwarden, KeePassXC and Password Safe.
Project description on GitHub: “A modern and secure Windows app for managing your 2FA authentication codes.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 9.5 a year)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: 2FAGuard is an open-source password manager tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is 2FAGuard safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
412276DC30B5368A8A3F3EC74EC44256ECDA863574BE927E2819BFB3A58B7BBE· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 19 versions ›19 versions over 2 years · about 9.5 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8.4Latest | October 10, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit ZIP |
| 1.8.3 | August 29, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit ZIP |
| 1.8.2 | June 9, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.8.1 | June 6, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.8.0 | May 16, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit ZIP |
| 1.7.2 | February 9, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.7.1 | January 17, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.7.0 | January 10, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id timokoessler.2FAGuard -e2FAGuard-Installer-1.8.4.exe /SP- /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /NOSTARTProgram files (.exe): 2faguard.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Timo Kössler
- Category
- Password managers
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/timokoessler/2FAGuard
- Written in
- C#
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10 (Windows 10 1809+)
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup), Portable
- Version
- 1.8.4
- Released
- October 10, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- October 7, 2024
- Versions listed
- 19
- Updates / year
- 9.5
- Downloads on ExeAtlas
- 5
- GitHub stars
- 208
- GitHub forks
- 19
- Website
- 2faguard.app
- winget ID
- timokoessler.2FAGuard
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is 2FAGuard free?
Yes. 2FAGuard is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is 2FAGuard safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install 2FAGuard with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can 2FAGuard be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Which Windows versions does 2FAGuard support?
The installer requires Windows 10 1809 or newer and is available for 64-bit.
Does 2FAGuard run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of 2FAGuard?
The versions page lists all 19 versions with links to their official installer files, back to October 7, 2024.
What are alternatives to 2FAGuard?
Bitwarden, KeePassXC, Password Safe, Yubico Authenticator and KeeWeb. The alternatives page compares them.
