The End of Passwords:
Welcome to Passkeys
The Evolution of Login
We've been trying to fix "123456" for decades.
Passwords
Simple text strings. Prone to guessing, reuse, and phishing. Still the most common method.
2FA / SMS
Added a second step (OTP). Better, but vulnerable to SIM Swapping and Man-in-the-Middle attacks.
Biometrics
TouchID and FaceID made local auth easy, but didn't solve the remote server credential problem.
Passkeys
FIDO2 Standard. Cryptographic keys synced to cloud. Unphishable and passwordless.
How It Works (WebAuthn)
No shared secrets. No phishing. Just pure cryptography.
1. The Challenge
The website sends a random "challenge" (a string of data) to your device. It doesn't ask for a password.
2. The Signature
You unlock your device (FaceID/TouchID). Your device uses its Private Key to "sign" the challenge.
3. Verification
The site uses your Public Key to verify the signature. Access granted. The private key never left your phone.
Enterprise Savings
It's not just about security; it's about money. Password resets are the #1 help desk ticket for most companies.
Source: Forrester Research. Estimates include labor and lost productivity.
Up to 50% of IT support calls are just people forgetting passwords.
What if I lose my phone?
The biggest fear with passkeys is device loss. But modern ecosystems have solved this with Cloud Sync and Cross-Device Auth.
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Cloud Sync
Passkeys sync via iCloud Keychain or Google Password Manager. If you get a new iPhone, your passkeys are already there.
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Cross-Device Auth (CDA)
Want to log in on a laptop? The site shows a QR code. Scan it with your phone to authenticate securely via Bluetooth.
Secure Your Digital Life
Stop using "Password123". Enable passkeys on your Google and Apple accounts today.
Learn More at FIDO Alliance