What is a Passkey? Definition, How It Works and More

What is a Passkey? Definition, How It Works and More

A passkey is a specific authentication method that can be used as commonly as a password but to provide additional security. Passkeys differ from passwords as they combine private and public cryptographic keys to authenticate users, whereas a password relies on a specific number of characters. According to Google, the most immediate benefits of passkeys are that they’re phishing-resistant and spare people the headache of remembering numbers and special characters in passwords. As passwordless authentication…

Read More

How to Use Google's Titan Security Keys With Passkey Support

How to Use Google's Titan Security Keys With Passkey Support

Google’s updated Titan Security Keys can serve as a multifactor authenticator and store passkeys to replace passwords. Google announced the availability of Titan Security Keys with passkey support in mid-November 2023; the initial Titan Security Keys edition was used solely for multifactor authentication. Security keys offer a tangible token in the form of a device you may attach to a keyring and place in a pocket. For many people, a security key can be easier…

Read More