Move authenticator app data to other phone

Question

I'm going to use a different phone; I'm moving from a OnePlus to a Google Pixel Pro 10 XL. How do I ensure the Google Authenticator app data is transferred correctly so I can still access my work data?

Answer 1

To transfer your Google Authenticator app data from a OnePlus to a Google Pixel Pro 10 XL, follow these steps:

1. Backup Your Authenticator Data: Open the Google Authenticator app on your OnePlus phone. Tap on the three dots in the upper right corner and select "Export accounts." You will need to follow the prompts to create a QR code that contains your account information.
2. Install Google Authenticator on Your New Phone: On your Google Pixel Pro 10 XL, download and install the Google Authenticator app from the Google Play Store.
3. Import Accounts: Open the Google Authenticator app on your new phone and select "Import accounts". You can then scan the QR code displayed on your old phone to transfer your accounts.
4. Verify Transfer: After importing, verify that you can access your work accounts by checking if the codes generated on your new phone match those on your old phone.
5. Remove Accounts from Old Phone: Once you have confirmed that everything is working on your new phone, you can go back to the Authenticator app on your OnePlus and remove the accounts to ensure they are no longer accessible from that device.

Make sure to complete these steps before you stop using your old phone to avoid losing access to your accounts.

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References:

• Migrate to a new iPhone for work