Google and Apple are among the companies that have shown the most interest
Users of electronic devices and digital platforms have been complaining about passwords for years. In addition to not being 100% secure, the fact that it is recommended that each record has its own password makes it difficult to manage multiple passwords.
But it looks like the situation is about to change. Some of the largest technology companies in the world, such as Google and Apple, are in the process of transitioning to “passkeys”.
But what are “passkeys”? What is different about them from traditional passwords? And are they really safer?
The big difference compared to the current login method is that “passkeys” eliminate the need for a username and password. To log into an app or website that requires sign-up, simply use the same PIN you use to unlock your phone or your biometric information, such as fingerprint or facial recognition.
This means that even if someone knows some of your passwords, they will not be able to log into a social network or e-commerce platform as they will need to authenticate your identity with a fingerprint, facial recognition or PIN code.
“Passkeys” are considered a much better method of security authentication, as not only can they not be shared publicly without your consent, but no one can guess their way into accessing your information.
It’s important to remember that both Google and Apple are gradually adopting “passkeys” as a security method on their systems, so you’re likely to start seeing them more and more.