Google offers a method to avoid manually entering passwords on our mobile devices: Passkey! This technique has been tested in the Chrome browser for PC and laptop and has proven itself. Passkey is a way to create access keys so that we no longer have to enter passwords to log into our Google accounts. This technology is available for Android, iOS (iPhone and iPad).
It is tiring for Internet users to enter and remember the passwords of a multitude of accounts.
So many times we had to hit the infamous “I forgot my password”.
We now have an ingenious alternative to open our Google accounts. Passkey Technology or French Access Key!
Passkey, how does it work?
Passkey is a way to create an access key so that we no longer have to enter passwords to log into our Google accounts.
The passkey is used to avoid manually entering our information to open our Google accounts. This technology is a digital password used to authenticate our Google accounts.
To make a comparison, it’s like needing only one key to avoid having many on your keychain.
How is that possible? Use of biometric data. Passkey therefore works either by fingerprint, face recognition, screen lock PIN (personal identification number) or physical key.
Why use Passkey?
According to Google, passkey or access key technology is more secure than using a traditional password or double authentication.
These latest techniques have many shortcomings. They can be hacked more easily using malicious methods like phishing or phishing.
In some cases, this leads to theft of data or money.
Google’s goal is to use Passkey to make account unlocking easier to reach a wider audience.
If it’s easier and safer, it’s always better for the user!
Google’s Passkey login method can be shared on different devices via iCloud or password manager.
Which devices are compatible with Passkey?
To avoid manually entering Google passwords, Apple iPhone users (iOS 16 or higher) and Android smartphones (Android 9 or higher) can use Passkeys technology.
Of course, Passkeys is integrated by Google, but also by Apple and Microsoft. This means they work on most operating systems, websites and internet browsers. .
Passkeys can also be shared from iCloud or password managers like 1Password.
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