Executive Summary For decades, the password has been the internet’s primary security mechanism—and its biggest vulnerability. Passwords are easily stolen, guessed, or reused. Passkeys are a modern authentication standard designed to replace passwords entirely. They are faster, more secure, and phishing-resistant, offering a seamless login experience across devices. What is a Passkey? A passkey is a digital credential, stored on your device (phone, computer, or security key), that allows you to log into websites and apps without typing a username or password. Instead, you unlock the passkey using your device’s screen lock (Face ID, fingerprint, or PIN).
Executive Summary For decades, the password has been the internet’s primary security mechanism—and its biggest vulnerability. Passwords are easily stolen, guessed, or reused. Passkeys are a modern authentication standard designed to replace passwords entirely. They are faster, more secure, and phishing-resistant, offering a seamless login experience across devices. What is a Passkey? A passkey is a digital credential, stored on your device (phone, computer, or security key), that allows you to log into websites and apps without typing a username or password. Instead, you unlock the passkey using your device’s screen lock (Face ID, fingerprint, or PIN).