Google Introduces Passkeys for Secure and Easy Sign-in Without Passwords: Google has launched a new feature called “passkeys” that provides passwordless authentication for users. This feature is a game-changer for users who struggle to remember multiple passwords for their accounts. Passkeys are a more secure and easier way of signing in to applications and websites without passwords.
Google Announced Game-changing Passwordless Authentication “Passkeys”
Google has been working with the FIDO Alliance, Apple, and Microsoft to support passkeys on their platforms. This move comes as part of Google’s future passwordless program. Passkeys are available to Google users who want to go passwordless for their sign-in.
Passkeys work like unlocking a device with Face ID, fingerprint, or screen lock PIN. They are immune to phishing and other online attacks, making them a safer option than SMS OTP codes. Previously, platforms like DocuSign, Kayak, PayPal, Shopify, and Yahoo Japan have already streamlined this method for their users.
Passkeys: The Future of Authentication as Google Makes Sign-in More Secure
To create passkeys on a Google account, users must visit the passkeys website and sign in to their account to set up the passkeys. Passkeys are supported on laptops or PCs with Windows 10 or macOS Ventura (macOS 13), iOS 16 or Android 9 supported devices, and hardware security keys that support FIDO2 protocol. The feature is supported on Chrome 109 or higher, Safari 16 or higher, and Edge 109 or higher browsers. The device must also have a screen lock and Bluetooth available.
Once the passkeys are set up, users can choose to sign in with passkeys or passwords. If the user chooses to sign in with passkeys, they are prompted to select which device to use for passkey confirmation. The user can choose to use an external security key or a phone or tablet to confirm their identity.
Google Launches Game-Changing Passwordless Authentication “Passkeys” on World Password Day
Administrators will soon have the option to enable passkeys for their end-users during sign-in for Google Workspace accounts. However, passwords and 2SV will still work for Google Accounts, and users can choose to use either passkeys or passwords during sign-in.
In conclusion, passkeys are a significant improvement over traditional password methods. They provide a more secure and straightforward way of signing in to accounts. Google’s collaboration with the FIDO Alliance, Apple, and Microsoft to support passkeys on their platforms is a significant step towards passwordless authentication. As more platforms adopt this method, we can expect passkeys to become the future of authentication.
