Where VeraCrypt fits
Use it when local files need a controlled encrypted storage area.
Check before you choose
Back up first and read the recovery requirements before encrypting a disk or partition.
Find the right edition
Start with the destination for your device or the publisher's website. Use the current requirements and terms there to confirm the edition you need.
Compare the workflow
An authenticator protects a sign-in workflow, while encryption protects stored data. Both require recovery planning: losing a phone or an encryption key can make your own information inaccessible.