Salesforce Authenticator is a mobile application developed by Salesforce that provides an extra layer of security for Salesforce users. It is designed to work in conjunction with Salesforce’s multi-factor authentication (MFA) feature to enhance the security of user accounts.

When enabled, Salesforce Authenticator generates one-time passwords (OTP) or push notifications on a user’s mobile device, which can be used as the second factor for authentication when logging into Salesforce. This helps prevent unauthorized access to Salesforce accounts, even if an attacker manages to obtain the user’s password.

To set up Salesforce Authenticator, users need to download the app from their device’s app store (available for both iOS and Android) and follow the instructions provided within the Salesforce platform. During the setup process, users will typically link their Salesforce account to the Authenticator app by scanning a QR code or entering a unique code.

Once set up, when users attempt to log into Salesforce, they will receive a notification on their mobile device asking them to approve or deny the login attempt. Alternatively, they can open the Authenticator app to view a one-time password that they can manually enter into the login screen.

Salesforce Authenticator adds an extra layer of security to user accounts by requiring something the user knows (password) and something they have (mobile device with the Authenticator app). This combination makes it significantly more difficult for attackers to gain unauthorized access to Salesforce accounts, protecting sensitive data and ensuring the integrity of the system.