Microsoft has launched passkey support for all consumer accounts.
Passkeys serve as an alternative to traditional passwords.
Passkeys enable users to sign into their Microsoft accounts using their face, fingerprint, or PIN.
Keeping your online accounts safe just got easier! Microsoft has launched passkey support for all consumer accounts. This means you can add an extra layer of security to your Microsoft account, making it even more challenging for unauthorised users to access your information.
In this article, we’ll tell you how passkeys work and how you can set it up. Let’s dive in!
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“Starting today, you can use a passkey to access your Microsoft account using your face, fingerprint, or device PIN on Windows, Google, and Apple platforms,” the company announced in a blogpost.
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What are Passkeys?
Passkeys serve as an alternative to traditional passwords. They enable users to sign into their Microsoft personal, work, or school accounts using facial recognition, fingerprint, or a PIN. This method streamlines the sign-in process, enhancing convenience while bolstering security against phishing attempts.
How Passkeys work
Passkeys are different from passwords. Instead of just one secret code, passkeys use two special codes, called a key pair. One code stays safe on your device, protected by your biometrics or PIN. The other code is kept by the website or app where you set up the passkey. You need both codes to log in.
Because this key pair is unique, your passkey only works on the website or app you made it for. So, you won’t accidentally log in to a fake website.
According to Microsoft, the best part about passkeys is that you’ll never need to worry about creating, forgetting or resetting passwords ever again.
How to create a Passkey for your Microsoft Account
On the device where you want to create the passkey, follow this link, and choose the face, fingerprint, PIN, or security key option. Then, follow the on-screen instructions.
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