What Is a Passkey (and Why It’s Better Than a Password)?

What Is a Passkey (and Why It’s Better Than a Password)?

Tired of remembering passwords or worrying about getting hacked?
Passkeys are a new, safer way to log into websites and apps β€” no password required!


πŸš€ What’s a Passkey?

A passkey is a modern login method that replaces your password with a secure digital key stored on your device (like your phone, laptop, or tablet).
When you log in, your device verifies you β€” usually with your face, fingerprint, or a PIN β€” and handles the rest.

No typing. No remembering. No phishing.


πŸ›‘οΈ Why Are Passkeys More Secure?

βœ… Passkeys Are...❌ Passwords Can Be...
Encrypted and phishing-proofStolen or reused
Unique for every websiteShared across sites
Tied to your deviceGuessed or hacked
Easy to use with biometricsEasy to forget

πŸ’‘ How Do I Use a Passkey?

It’s simple:

  1. Visit a website that supports passkeys (like Google, Amazon, or Microsoft).

  2. Choose β€œSign in with Passkey.”

  3. Use Face ID, Touch ID, or your device PIN.

  4. You’re in β€” no password needed!

Passkeys work across devices if you're using iCloud Keychain, Google Password Manager, or a supported password app.


πŸ“± Where Are Passkeys Stored?

They’re stored securely on:

  • iPhones & Macs (via iCloud Keychain)

  • Android devices (via Google Password Manager)

  • Modern browsers like Chrome, Safari, and Edge

  • Some password managers (like Bitwarden and 1Password)


πŸ”„ Can I Still Use Passwords?

Yes β€” most sites still support passwords and passkeys.
Over time, more sites will offer passkey-only login for even greater security.


🧠 TL;DR: Why You Should Use Passkeys

  • βœ… Safer than passwords

  • βœ… No typing or remembering

  • βœ… Works with your face, fingerprint, or device

  • βœ… Stops phishing attacks cold


πŸ”§ Need Help?

Want to try passkeys or add them to your business login process?
We can help set it up! Just submit a support request or give us a call.

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