Microsoft is bringing passkeys to all users

Passkeys, a novel authentication method sometimes dubbed the “password killer”, has made it to Microsoft consumer accounts.

In a blog post published earlier this week, Microsoft enthusiastically announced the introduction of the new feature, describing it as the “next step toward our vision of simple, safe access for everyone.”

With a Microsoft account, a consumer can log in once, and then use a wide variety of company services, from email, to cloud, gaming, and more.

Killing passwords

Some of Microsoft’s most popular services include Outlook (formerly Hotmail), OneDrive (cloud storage), Skype (communications), and Xbox Live (gaming). Furthermore, with a Microsoft account, users can access the Microsoft Store, to download and purchase additional games, apps, TV shows, and other content .

“Starting today, you can use a passkey to access your Microsoft account using your face, fingerprint, or device PIN on Windows, Google, and Apple platforms,” Microsoft explained. “Your passkey gives ...