In a world where passwords have long been the primary means of securing our digital lives, the frustration and risk associated with them have become all too familiar. In an effort to address this problem, Google, along with other industry leaders, has been working on developing a new, more secure alternative: passkeys.
Passkeys are a passwordless way to sign in to apps and websites that use biometric information or screen lock PINs, making them easier to use and more secure than traditional passwords. In this article, we'll explore Google's recent announcement of passkey support across all major platforms for Google Accounts, including how passkeys work and what benefits they offer over traditional passwords.