3 things to know before you set up a Google passkey
Google is renewing its efforts to encourage users to adopt passkeys, a security feature that replaces traditional passwords with biometric authentication or device PINs. The company emphasizes that passkeys are more resistant to phishing and cannot be reused across different websites.
Why it matters
As cyber threats evolve, moving away from vulnerable password-based systems is critical for improving individual and enterprise digital security.
Home News World Sports Entertainment Science Royal Trending Health Videos Technology 3 things to know before you set up a Google passkey A new Cybersecurity Awareness Month push asks you to swap passwords for passkeys. Setup starts at g.co/passkeys
Google made passkeys the default sign-in option for personal accounts in October 2023. Three years later, it is still asking you to switch. This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the company is back with a fresh nudge and a short guide to setting up a Google passkey.
The passkey allows users to log into their accounts using either fingerprint, facial scan, or PIN of their device, just like unlocking their phones. However, adoption of the passkey seems to have taken longer than Google would have liked, and they have certainly not abandoned the concept.
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