The Liferay Authentication portlet relies on a "Two-Factor" authentication system. It's a method of strong authentication requiring two different forms of identification instead of the traditional single password. The application, based on Google Authenticator, offers the following functionalities :

- Secret management and assignment workflow
- Integrated interface dedicated to account administration.
- Customizable and user friendly interface.
- Easily Upgradable Application.

Google Authenticator must be installed on the smartphone.