Google has started rolling out automatic syncing of passkey with its default Password Manager. This feature makes it easier for users to sign in to their accounts without actually entering their password. Passkeys can now be easily synced across Android, Windows, and macOS devices. Here are the details.
Google Passkey Syncing: Explained
Google introduced Passkeys in 2023 to help users securely log in to their accounts without a password. The system uses alternate verification methods such as biometric scanning via fingerprint or verifying the login using a nearby device. It eliminates the need to manually type the password, making the login process more secure.
Google is further improving the Passkey feature by syncing it automatically with its Password Manager. When a user creates a new Passkey, it can be re-used on other devices without setting it up again. Previously, users were required to create a new passkey every time they tried to log in at a new place or device.
Passkey syncing will now work across Windows, Android, Linux, macOS, and ChromeOS. Google says that iOS support will be added soon. The feature is now rolling out to all users globally.
To further make Passkeys secure, Google has also added a recovery PIN which will be required to access the saved Passkeys. Users can choose between a six-digit or an alphanumeric password.
Since 2023, Google has made Passkeys as the default sign-in method for users who have already set it up. The ability to sync these passkeys across devices will further push its adoption across more users. It is worth noting that Microsoft, Apple, Meta, and other tech giants have also been pushing the use of passkey-based logins for accounts, as these are more secure compared to legacy password logins.
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