Passkeys: The future of authentication
From login to recovery, onboarding to step-up, passkeys enable secure, seamless authentication across every workflow.
What are passkeys?
A passkey is a digital credential that replaces passwords. Your device creates and stores it securely, letting you log in or approve actions with Face ID, Touch ID, or a PIN instead of typing a password.
Phishing-resistant
Each passkey is cryptographically bound to a single domain or app.
Seamless UX across flows
Smooth onboarding, quick recovery, effortless step-up auth.
Lower operational costs
Cut SMS spend and reduce support tickets by half.
Future-proof
Built on FIDO2/WebAuthn, aligned with NIST and PSD2 standards.
Backed by the world's biggest platforms
Passkeys are a proven standard, backed by the world's biggest platforms and device makers. Adoption is built into the tools your customers already use.
How passkeys compare to other sign-in methods
See how passkeys stack up against passwords, SMS codes, and other login methods—faster, safer, and built for the future.
| Fallback Method | Use Convenience | Phishing | Credential-Based Attacks | Malware-Based Attacks | SIM Swap and Phone Porting | OTP Bypass Attacks | Data Breach |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passkey | |||||||
| Selfie-based identity verification combined with liveness direction | |||||||
| Biometric Authentication | |||||||
| Recovery Codes | |||||||
| Email OTP | N/A | ||||||
| App-based OTP | N/A | ||||||
| SMS OTP | |||||||
| Magic Links | N/A | ||||||
| Security Questions | N/A | N/A | |||||
| Password | N/A | N/A |
Learn how passkeys work
Passkeys change how authentication is built. They replace passwords with cryptographic keys stored on devices.
- How passkeys are generated and stored
- How authentication requests are validated
- How they work across devices and platforms
- Read the Technical Overview
Frequently asked questions
What happens if a user loses their device?
Users can recover via their cloud account (iCloud, Google, Microsoft) or use backup methods you provide.
Are passkeys compliant with security standards?
Yes. Passkeys align with NIST 2025 phishing-resistant MFA guidance and support PSD2/SCA requirements.
