Passkeys have the potential to replace passwords for logging in to websites and applications. Instead of using \u201cPassword123!\u201d you could be using your fingerprint, face recognition key, screen lock pin, or even an iris recognition to access your accounts passwordless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Passkeys are a lot easier to manage and are resistant to phishing<\/a>, harvesting and other credential attacks, which is why it’s making its way into the mainstream as a more secure and convenient authentication method. Just last week, Google announced<\/a> that it will support passkeys for Google accounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With passkeys, there is no need to remember complex passwords that are difficult to type and can be easily forgotten. They are also more secure than passwords because they require physical presence or knowledge of the user\u2019s device, making them much harder to hack. There are a number of authentication scenarios where passkeys can be used, including mobile devices, computers, and online accounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Table of Contents<\/p>\n