Facebook is finally adopting a technology that's much more secure than passwords. Called Passkey, this identification method relies on biometric recognition or a PIN code. It's coming soon to iOS and Android.
Facebook account hacks have become commonplace. Often, it's not a real hack, but rather unauthorized access facilitated by a weak password or a reused password. Even with two-factor authentication enabled, scammers can still convince a user to give them a temporary code. The result: hijacked profiles, suspicious messages sent to friends and family, and a loss of account control.
To avoid these situations, Facebook will soon offer passkeys. This method no longer requires typing a password. It relies on biometric authentication or a PIN code, directly from the device used. This is the same technology already adopted by Apple, Google, and Microsoft. Once activated, it allows you to log in to your account in a simple and secure way, without fear of phishing or data leaks.
Facebook finally lets you replace your password with a biometric passkey
Passkeys work with Face ID, a fingerprint or a code set on your phone. When you log in, your device verifies your identity. There are no passwords to type or remember. Even if someone tries to trick you into obtaining your credentials, they won't be able to do anything without the device used to create the passkey. Meta also plans to use this technology to secure your payments with Meta Pay or your encrypted conversations in Messenger.
To activate a passkey on Facebook, you will need to go to the app's privacy center/passwords and security. The option will gradually appear on Android and iOS. It can be set up in a few seconds via facial recognition or a PIN code. And for those who prefer a physical solution, we tested Yubico's Yubikey, a USB key that replaces passwords just as effectively. In any case, these tools mark an important step towards more secure access to online services.
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