

Checksum: (random numbers and letters)ġ1. Find Notepad in the list, uncheck “Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” and then click OK.ġ0. Check the “Select a program for a list of installed programs” and then click OK.ĩ. Double-click on the file and you should get a message stating that Windows doesn’t know how to open the file in question. Open the folder you saved the file to in Windows Explorer.Ĩ. Check the “Unencrypted backup” checkbox.ħ. Check the “Allow Unencrypted Backups” checkbox.ģ. My suggestion is to backup your authenticator data using the following instructions.Ģ. I suggest everyone to go download the free and open source authenticator software called WinAuth. If you see inaccuracies in our content, please report the mistake via this form.Google Authenticator for Windows has been discontinued and support for the program has been pulled. If we have made an error or published misleading information, we will correct or clarify the article. Our editors thoroughly review and fact-check every article to ensure that our content meets the highest standards. Our goal is to deliver the most accurate information and the most knowledgeable advice possible in order to help you make smarter buying decisions on tech gear and a wide array of products and services. ZDNET's editorial team writes on behalf of you, our reader. Indeed, we follow strict guidelines that ensure our editorial content is never influenced by advertisers. Neither ZDNET nor the author are compensated for these independent reviews.

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