If your device is relatively new (last 4–5 years), it almost certainly supports passkeys. Apple, Google, and Microsoft are all committed to making passkeys the default sign-in option, and most major browsers already support them.
Smartphones & Tablets
- Apple (iOS & iPadOS 16 and later)
- iPhone and iPad support passkeys through Face ID, Touch ID, or device PIN.
- Passkeys sync across devices via iCloud Keychain.
- Android (Android 9 and later, with Google Play Services)
- Supports passkeys using your fingerprint, face, or device PIN.
- Passkeys sync via Google Password Manager.
Computers
- Windows 10/11
- Supports passkeys through Windows Hello (fingerprint, face, or PIN).
- Passkeys can sync with Microsoft accounts.
- macOS (Ventura and later)
- Supports passkeys using Touch ID or Apple Watch.
- Syncs via iCloud Keychain.
- Chromebooks
- Supports passkeys with Google accounts, using built-in fingerprint sensors or PIN.
Browsers (on compatible devices)
- Google Chrome (desktop & mobile)
- Microsoft Edge
- Safari (on iOS, iPadOS, macOS)
- Firefox (rolling out full support)
Hardware Security Keys
- Devices like YubiKey 5 series and Feitian keys support passkeys via FIDO2.
- Useful if you prefer a physical key you plug in or tap instead of using biometrics.
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Paul Bergman runs a business strategy and cybersecurity consulting company in San Diego. He is CEO of AMRAD. He also leads a mentoring non-profit in San Diego, Lamp of Learning. He writes on cybersecurity and board management for both corporate and nonprofit boards.
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