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The Best WebAuthn Alternatives in 2026

24 alternatives2 free · 1 open source

Looking for something like WebAuthn? Here are 24 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 2 are free or have a free plan and 1 are open source.

About WebAuthnwebauthn.guide
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This WebAuthn guide explains an authentication API intended to replace passwords with stronger authentication.

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PlatformsWeb

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1SSLMate CAA —Not statedWeb
22FAuth —Not statedWeb
3OTP Auth FreemiumNot statediOS, Web
4Facia —Not statedWeb
52FA Directory —Not statedWeb
6Authenticator —Not statedWeb
7Better Auth FreemiumYesWeb
8Mozilla SSL —Not statedWeb
9challenges.re —Not statedWeb
10GoPlus Locker V3 —Not statedWeb
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2FAuth

docs.2fauth.app
Also covers security and security tools · same kind of website

Store, generate, and organize one-time password codes with 2FAuth, a self-hosted manager for individuals and teams.

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OTP Auth

apps.apple.com/app/otp-auth/id659877384FreemiumPick
Also covers security and security tools · same kind of website · free plan

Manage two-factor authentication codes with OTP Auth, an iOS app listed on the App Store.

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NVD

nvd.nist.gov
Also covers security and security tools · same kind of website

Search the National Vulnerability Database, a public resource for vulnerability information.

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Synk

security.snyk.io
Also covers security and security tools · same kind of website

The Snyk Security Database provides vulnerability details and remediation guidance for packages and cloud configurations.

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Lucia

lucia-auth.com
Also covers security and security tools · same kind of website

Lucia was deprecated in March 2025. The website was updated in July 2026 and points to code/auth_session.ts as a single-file replacement for the NPM package and to the Auth Book for auth information.

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Nmap

nmap.org
Also covers security and security tools · same kind of website

Discover hosts and map networks with Nmap, a network exploration and security scanning tool.

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What is the best alternative to WebAuthn?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to WebAuthn are SSLMate CAA, 2FAuth, and OTP Auth.
Is there a free alternative to WebAuthn?
Yes. OTP Auth and Better Auth are free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to WebAuthn?
Yes: Better Auth.

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