# OTP Authenticator

> OTP Authenticator has 40+ active installs, a 4.7/5 rating from 3 reviews and 108 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 30/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** OTP Authenticator shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites, is rated 4.7/5 and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

**Add Two-Factor Authentication, Passwordless Authentication and Account Validation to your WordPress website.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 40+
- **Total downloads:** 4,995
- **Downloads (30 days):** 108 (+20% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.7/5 from 3 reviews
- **Health score:** 30/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1
- **Last updated:** Apr 3, 2022
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.5.22
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.9.5+, PHP 7.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Alexandre Froger (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/frogerme/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/otp-authenticator/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [2FA](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/2fa/) | #30 | 107 |
| [otp](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/otp/) | #17 | 77 |
| [passwordless login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/passwordless-login/) | #13 | 29 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| 2FA | >100 | 408 |
| otp | >100 | 386 |
| passwordless login | >100 | 213 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Wordfence Security – Firewall, Malware Scan, and Login Security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wordfence/) | 5M+ | 4.7/5 (5,010) | Sep 8, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 2 | [Really Simple Security – Simple and Performant Security (formerly Really Simple SSL)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/really-simple-ssl/) | 3M+ | 4.9/5 (8,865) | Sep 15, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 3 | [Limit Login Attempts Security – Login Security, 2FA, Firewall, Brute Force Prevention](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/limit-login-attempts-reloaded/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (1,483) | Sep 23, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 4 | [Two Factor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/two-factor/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (208) | Sep 28, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 5 | [WP 2FA – Two-factor authentication for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-2fa/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (179) | Aug 11, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 6 | [WP Hide & Security Enhancer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-hide-security-enhancer/) | 50K+ | 4.3/5 (275) | Sep 23, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 7 | [Security Plugin, Firewall & Malware Scanner with Auto Removal](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/security-malware-firewall/) | 40K+ | 4.8/5 (391) | Sep 29, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 8 | [Shield Security – Smart Bot Blocking, Brute-Force Login Protection & File Scanning](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-simple-firewall/) | 30K+ | 4.8/5 (1,038) | Sep 21, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 9 | [Two Factor Authentication](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/two-factor-authentication/) | 20K+ | 4.4/5 (77) | Aug 13, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 10 | [Login With Ajax – Fast Logins, 2FA, Redirects](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/login-with-ajax/) | 10K+ | 4.6/5 (166) | May 24, 2026 | 62/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is OTP Authenticator free?
Yes. OTP Authenticator is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is OTP Authenticator safe to use in 2026?
OTP Authenticator shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites, is rated 4.7/5 and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use OTP Authenticator?
OTP Authenticator is active on 40+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,995 times since it launched in August 2020. It was downloaded 108 times in the last 30 days.

### Does OTP Authenticator work with WordPress 7.1?
OTP Authenticator is officially tested up to WordPress 5.5.22, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does OTP Authenticator need?
OTP Authenticator requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was OTP Authenticator last updated?
The latest version, 1.1, was released on April 3, 2022 (4 years ago).

### Who makes OTP Authenticator?
OTP Authenticator is developed and maintained by Alexandre Froger.

### What are the best alternatives to OTP Authenticator?
The most popular alternatives to OTP Authenticator are Wordfence Security (5M+ installs), Really Simple Security (3M+ installs) and Limit Login Attempts Securi… (1M+ installs).


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