securityauthenticationprivacybackup

Authenticator app with offline backup

Build a 2FA app that lets users export and print backup codes securely. For professionals tired of vendor lock-in.

Why now

With recent outages in major auth apps, users want reliable fallbacks without relying on cloud sync.

Who for
IT professionals, security-conscious users
Business model
Pro version with team features
Effort
A few weeks

Professionals lose access to accounts when they lose their phone or auth app. Existing solutions force cloud sync or offer no backup at all.

An authenticator that generates standard TOTP codes but also creates encrypted PDF backups you can print or store offline.

IT departments would pay to reduce account recovery tickets. Power users would pay for personal use.

MVP: A simple app that outputs backup codes alongside QR code setup. No sync needed.

Risk: Users might not properly secure printed backups, creating a security vulnerability.

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