Minimal open source authenticator that never store your secret keys
mini authenticator Extension
- no special permission need: we don't read / write your web pages
- simple, single-purpose: just paste your key and we generate the time-base onetime password(TOTP) for two factor aurthentication(2FA)
- secure: we do **NOT** store your keys in any places (cookies, chrome storage, cloud ... etc)
- offline: no sensitive data transmitted over the internet
- open source: everyone can check the source code integrity
## How to use
🎬 https://youtu.be/64P0G7dOpKY
1. click on the extension button
2. paste your secret key
3. get your 2FA passcode 🎉
## Motivation
I've used authenticators that are packed with features. They allow you to save your secret keys, sync them across different devices through the internet, also import/export the keys by QRCode. If you are looking for tools like that, I recommend https://authenticator.cc , it's handy, open source and well documented 👍
However, password managers such as Bitwarden, Apple Keychain ... etc already did a very good job in storing and syncing keys across devices. I want to rely on them in secret key management, and let the authenticator extension do only one thing - generate TOTP for 2FA, nothing more.
This is where Mini Authenticator comes in. It designed with a \"less is more\" philosophy in mind. I cut all functionalities that already handled by password managers, and only perform the pure mathematical calculation of TOTP. So it doesn't require storage, read/write your web pages, internet access, special permissions... etc. And most importantly, it's open source, so everyone can inspect and help improving it in future.
I agree that this extension is not for everyone, but only those already using password mangers to manage their secret keys, also those who concern about chrome extension permissions and abilities.
## Need Help?
Visit the project repository:
https://github.com/hoishing/mini-authenticator
for technicial details. You may also open issues in the project repo, or ping me on Twitter https://twitter.com/hoishing
Source Manifest.json
How to download and manually install mini authenticator extension for Chrome
Looking for a way to install mini authenticator extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.
However, you may need to install mini authenticator extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install mini authenticator extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.
Method 1: Download mini authenticator extension and manually install through Drag &Drop
If you ever need to manually install a mini authenticator extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.
Step 1: Download the mini authenticator Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.
Look for the mini authenticator extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the mini authenticator extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for mini authenticator extension that contains all the data.
Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files
Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.
Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page
Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.
Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension
Now, go to the folder where you extracted the mini authenticator extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.
Step 5: Complete the Installation
Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.
Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.
Method 2: Download mini authenticator extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode
This is another method to install mini authenticator extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.
Step 1: Download the mini authenticator extension file
Select and download the mini authenticator extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.
Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents
Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the mini authenticator extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your mini authenticator extension running.
Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page
In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.
Step 4: Enable Developer Mode
After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.
Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension
Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."
Step 6: Select the Extension Folder
Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the mini authenticator extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.
Step 7: Confirm and Install
After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.
Conclusion
Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install mini authenticator extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.
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User reviews
Petr Rössler jr. (ID: 000000806d1248de) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 07/08/2023