Apple previews tech for passwordless website sign-up using just Face ID or Touch ID
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Apple is set on making things simple for its users and now, a new feature announced during a developer session will make it possible for your to sign up on websites using just Face ID or Touch ID, no passwords required.
The developer session is part of the WWDC 2021, and introduces the new technology in order to make the user experience more intuitive while at the same time, assuring security.
The new tech is called Passkeys and will make it possible for you to sign up for services and websites without the need for a password. Of course, the website will have to support this new tech, and when you enter your username of choice during the signup process, you will be able to use Face ID or Touch ID to authenticate yourself.
iPhone, iPad, and Macs will have this tech in a preview coming later this year, and it will be off by default.
Passkeys is a part of the iCloud keychain, providing a secure method for authentication and at the same time, protecting you against phishing attacks. However, if you use other devices apart from Apple ones, you may still need to use passwords.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the name of this new technology for passwordless sign-up?
What is the name of this new technology for passwordless sign-up?
The new technology that allows users to sign up for websites and services without passwords, using Face ID or Touch ID, is called Passkeys. It was announced during a developer session at WWDC 2021.
Q.Which Apple devices will support this new passwordless sign-up feature?
Which Apple devices will support this new passwordless sign-up feature?
This new technology will be available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices. A preview of the feature will be coming later this year, though it will be off by default initially.
Q.How does this technology enhance user security?
How does this technology enhance user security?
Passkeys are part of the iCloud keychain, providing a secure method for authentication. This system is designed to protect users against phishing attacks by removing the need for traditional passwords.
Q.Will this feature work for all websites and services immediately?
Will this feature work for all websites and services immediately?
No, the new tech will only work on websites that choose to support it. Users will still need to use traditional passwords if they are using non-Apple devices or for unsupported websites.
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