Move authenticator to new phone

The process of moving an authenticator to a new phone depends on the type of authenticator you're using. Here are the general steps for some popular authenticator types:

Google Authenticator

1. Back up your Google Authenticator data:
   • Open Google Authenticator on your old phone.
   • Tap the three dots (⋯) on the top right corner and select "Settings."
   • Tap "Export accounts" and save the backup file to your computer or cloud storage.
2. Install Google Authenticator on your new phone:
   • Download and install Google Authenticator from the app store.
   • Open the app and tap "Begin" to start the setup process.
3. Restore your backup:
   • Tap "Import accounts" and select the backup file you saved earlier.
   • Follow the prompts to restore your accounts.

Microsoft Authenticator

1. Back up your Microsoft Authenticator data:
   • Open Microsoft Authenticator on your old phone.
   • Tap the three dots (⋯) on the top right corner and select "Settings."
   • Tap "Export" and save the backup file to your computer or cloud storage.
2. Install Microsoft Authenticator on your new phone:
   • Download and install Microsoft Authenticator from the app store.
   • Open the app and tap "Get started" to start the setup process.
3. Restore your backup:
   • Tap "Import" and select the backup file you saved earlier.
   • Follow the prompts to restore your accounts.

Authy

1. Back up your Authy data:
   • Open Authy on your old phone.
   • Tap the three dots (⋯) on the top right corner and select "Settings."
   • Tap "Export" and save the backup file to your computer or cloud storage.
2. Install Authy on your new phone:
   • Download and install Authy from the app store.
   • Open the app and tap "Get started" to start the setup process.
3. Restore your backup:
   • Tap "Import" and select the backup file you saved earlier.
   • Follow the prompts to restore your accounts.

Other authenticators

If you're using a different authenticator app, such as LastPass Authenticator or Authy, you may need to follow similar steps to back up and restore your data. Check the app's documentation or support website for specific instructions.

Additional tips

• Make sure to back up your authenticator data before switching phones, as this will ensure you can restore your accounts on your new device.
• If you're using multiple authenticators, you may need to repeat these steps for each one.
• Consider setting up two-factor authentication (2FA) on your new phone to ensure your accounts are secure.

Remember to always keep your authenticator data backed up and secure to avoid any potential issues with account access.