2FAuth

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted two-factor authentication manager

Overview

2FAuth is an open-source self-hosted tool for managing two-factor authentication (2FA) tokens securely. It supports TOTP and HOTP standards, allowing users to store credentials from various services. Features include bulk import/export (from Google Authenticator, Authy), dark mode, and a responsive UI. Deploy easily via Docker, Docker Compose, or traditional LAMP/LEMP stacks. It keeps your 2FA data local, ensuring privacy and control without relying on cloud providers. Ideal for individuals or teams wanting to self-host their 2FA solution instead of using proprietary apps.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  2fauth:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: 2fauth
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Secure TOTP/HOTP token management
Import/export from popular 2FA apps
Docker & traditional deployment options

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is 2FAuth hard to install?

No—2FAuth can be deployed quickly using Docker Compose (with a single YAML file) or traditional LAMP/LEMP stacks. Detailed setup guides are available in the GitHub repository.

? Is it a good alternative to Google Authenticator?

Yes—2FAuth offers similar TOTP functionality but with self-hosted control, import/export support, and no reliance on Google's servers. It's ideal for users who want to avoid third-party cloud storage of their 2FA tokens.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—2FAuth is open-source software released under the MIT License, so it's free to use, modify, and self-host without any hidden costs.

Top Alternatives

Google Authenticator Search Google

Authy Search Google

Microsoft Authenticator Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Miscellaneous

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (data stays local)
⊕ No recurring costs (open source)

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server setup
⊖ Web-only interface (no mobile app)