Passwords have been a necessary evil for decades. We forget them, reuse them, and too often, hackers steal them. But what if there were a way to log in that’s faster, easier, and much more secure? Enter passkeys. Big names like Apple, Google, and Microsoft are embracing them, and it’s time you understood why.
The public key is stored on the website or app you’re logging into.
Why Are Passkeys Better Than Passwords?
Let’s break it down:
Phishing-resistant: Passkeys can’t be stolen through fake login pages.
Unique and non-reusable: Every account has its own passkey.
Stored securely: The private key never touches the internet.
Faster logins: Authenticate in seconds using your face, fingerprint, or device PIN.
No more password resets: Forget forgetting passwords!
Here’s what happens when you sign up or log in using a passkey:
All this happens in the background, smooth, secure, and fast.
You may already be using passkeys and not even know it. Platforms that support passkeys include:
You can even visit passkeys.directory to see which websites and apps support passkey login.
Can Passkeys Sync Across Devices?
So if you register a passkey on your iPhone, you can also use it on your Mac or iPad.
While passkeys are a huge step forward, there are still a few things to consider:
Limited support: Not every website or app supports passkeys, yet.
User education: Many people don’t know what passkeys are or how to use them.
Want help preparing your organization for a passwordless future? Contact RCS Professional Services, we’ll walk you through it.
