How do I export accounts from Google Authenticator?

Open Google Authenticator, tap the menu (⋯) → Transfer accounts → Export accounts. Select the accounts to export, then a QR code will be shown. Screenshot it or scan it directly with 2FAA.

Is it safe to transfer Google Authenticator accounts?

Yes. 2FAA processes the export QR code entirely in your browser. No data is sent to any server. Your secret keys never leave your device.

What format does Google Authenticator export use?

Google Authenticator exports use a proprietary otpauth-migration:// URI format with protobuf-encoded data. 2FAA decodes this format automatically when you scan or upload the QR code.

Import from Google Authenticator

Transfer all your 2FA accounts by scanning the Google Authenticator export QR code. Everything is processed locally in your browser.

How to export from Google Authenticator:

Open Google Authenticator on your phone
Tap ⋯ (menu) → Transfer accounts → Export accounts
Select the accounts you want to export
Take a screenshot of the QR code, or scan it directly below

Drop, paste, or click to upload a QR code image

Supports screenshots, photos, or saved QR images

Your data never leaves your browser. Everything is processed locally.

How do I export from Google Authenticator?

Open Google Authenticator on your phone
Tap the menu (⋯) or your profile icon
Select Transfer accounts → Export accounts
Choose the accounts you want to export
A QR code will appear — scan it with the tool above, or take a screenshot and upload it

Is this transfer safe?

Yes. The QR code is decoded entirely in your browser using JavaScript. No data is sent to any server. Your secret keys never leave your device. You can verify this by checking the network tab in your browser's developer tools.

Will my accounts still work in Google Authenticator?

Yes. Importing to 2FAA copies your secrets — it does not remove them from Google Authenticator. Both apps will generate identical codes. You can safely keep both until you're comfortable switching.

Supported formats

This tool supports the Google Authenticator export format (otpauth-migration:// protocol). It can import TOTP and HOTP accounts with SHA1, SHA256, or SHA512 algorithms, and 6 or 8 digit codes.