By John Ikani
Google has announced the rollout of a new way to sign in to its apps and websites that can replace the use of passwords.
The new sign-in method, called passkeys, is being introduced as a more secure and easier alternative to passwords, which are often difficult to remember and can be easily compromised.
Passkeys lets users sign in to apps and sites the same way they unlock their devices, with a fingerprint, face scan, or screen lock PIN.
They are resistant to online attacks like phishing, making them more secure than things like SMS one-time codes.
While passwords and two-step verification will still work for Google Accounts for now, Google has hinted that it may completely phase out passwords by next year’s World Password Day.
According to the company, Google Workspace accounts administrators will soon have the option to enable passkeys for their end-users during sign-in.
Last year, Microsoft, Google, and Apple announced their collaboration to create a new world where passwords will no longer be necessary to access devices, webs, or apps.
The three organizations are working to expand support for a common passwordless sign-in standard created by the FIDO Alliance and the World Wide Web Consortium.
