Lately, it seems like every time we sign in to something, we're being asked to set up a passkey. What's that all about? Companies like Microsoft, Google, Apple, Amazon, and many financial institutions are moving toward passkeys as a replacement for passwords and text message verification codes. As online threats continue to evolve, passkeys are quickly becoming the new standard for secure sign-ins. So, what is a passkey, and do you actually need one? What's a Passkey? A passkey is a secure way to sign in to an account without needing to remember a password. Instead of entering a password and then waiting for a verification code, you use something you already use to unlock your device, such as: Your fingerprint Facial recognition Your device PIN A physical security key (like Yubikey) A password manager (like Bitwarden or Proton Pass) Passkeys are designed to be both easier to use and...
