Are you tired of dealing with passwords? You don’t have to remember them anymore thanks to Google’s Passkey feature.
Google, along with other tech giants like Apple and Microsoft, has adopted Passkeys as an alternative to traditional passwords. This authentication method, developed by the FIDO Alliance, provides greater security and convenience for your online accounts.
With Passkeys, you can say goodbye to password-related frustration. For a seamless experience, Google offers easy ways to set up and sync Passkeys across devices through the Chrome browser.
To start using Passkeys with Google, follow these steps:
Requirements:
* On mobile devices, you need iOS 16 or Android 9.
* On your computer, you must have at least MacOS Ventura or Windows 10.
* Your web browser should be updated to at least Google’s Chrome 109, Apple’s Safari 16, or Microsoft’s Edge 109.
Setting up Passkeys with Google:
1. Head over to g.co/passkeys in your preferred web browser.
2. If you’re already logged in to your current Google account, enter your password to verify your identity.
3. On the next page, create a passkey by following any prompts and using biometric authentication (e.g., Face ID or Touch ID) on your device.
4. Your passkey will be saved to your device.
Using Passkeys with Google:
* You can now use your passkey to log in to your Google account.
* If you have two-factor authentication enabled, your passkey bypasses 2FA since it’s linked to physical possession of your device.
* If you prefer not to use a passkey, you can always fall back on your password.
Lost Device? Don’t Worry!
If you lose or have your device stolen, you can still access your Google account. Simply sign in with your usual password and remove the associated Passkey from another device.
Note: Creating a Passkey using another device is also an option, but it’s easiest to create one on the device you’re currently using. Also, if you want to use your passkey for any reason, you can always switch back to your password.
Source: CNET
