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If you want to use different passwords for each online log-in you have and let a password manager either simply store or, even better, generate and manage all your various online log-in details, then check out the very highly-rated apps below:
So many online accounts and services offer the added security of 2-factor authentication now as do operating systems like Windows 11 that can help make your business so much more secure.
It means that even if someone knows your username and password, it would be virtually impossible to log-in – a BIG step-up in security for everyone (particularly if you regularly re-use passwords!)
Any of the apps below can be installed on your phone (Authy can also be shared securely across several devices) and generate the random 6-digit code that changes every 30 seconds for each account that you link to the app.
When you sign-in to your account, as well as your username and password, you’ll be asked for the current 6-digit code for that account.
Bear in mind, with the exception of Authy, if you change your phone, you will also have to link the accounts in the new app on the new phone before you get rid of your old one, otherwise you won’t be able to sign-in to any of them.
Authy -sync all your accounts securely so that you can use it across any device – very handy when you switch phones, for example. FREE.
Special note for free VPN services: On security grounds, we are very wary of suggesting our users try any of the free VPN services out there.
As a result we will never include a free VPN provider in our list below. The providers we highlight here are long-established and independently-audited for security compliance.
As always, please also be aware that free versions of apps that have paid-for premium alternatives often come with annoying privacy settings that can mean you’re marketed to upgrade, or annoying ads pop-up all over the place. This health warning does not apply to premium apps with free or trial periods, but you should still check very carefully what contact and data permissions you give to any software provider.
Many of the antivirus products above can be upgraded to full online security suites with a VPN, password manager and other elements. That can get quite expensive.
The software in the all-in-one packages below is packaged together with small businesses in mind, which means they can represent very good value.
Avast Business Security has three options – Essential, Premium and Ultimate – offering a range of services and associated costs. There are some quite useful and granular controls within some of the more premium packages, but even the basic Essential package might be what you’re looking for. More expensive though, starting at £114.12+VAT/year
