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Passkeys

Passkeys are a safer, easier way to sign in — no typing, no remembering, and no risk of being hacked. Now in Microsoft Edge, your passkeys sync across all your Windows desktop devices where you are logged into your Microsoft Account (MSA), so secure access is just a tap away.

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Frequently asked questions

A passkey is a new, secure way to sign in to websites and apps—no password required! Passkeys offer enhanced security, convenience, and protection against phishing attacks compared to traditional passwords.
Passkeys are designed to provide stronger protection than passwords. They use advanced cryptography and require your fingerprint, facial recognition, or device PIN—so even if your device is lost, others can’t access your accounts without those credentials. And because passkeys aren’t stored on websites, they help reduce the risk of theft in the event of a breach.
Your saved passwords remain untouched. You can continue using them as usual. But whenever a site supports passkeys, you’ll have the option to upgrade to a passkey for stronger security and faster logins.
Your passkeys are securely backed up and synced through your Microsoft account. When you sign in to a new device, your passkeys come with you.
Note: This requires verifying yourself with the Microsoft Password Manager PIN on the new device. Passkey sync capability is available on Windows and will be expanded to other platforms soon.
Not yet. Passkeys are becoming more popular, but some sites still use traditional passwords. For sites which still use traditional passwords, we recommend following password management best practices. You can learn more about how Edge helps you create and keep your passwords safe by clicking here.
When you visit a site that supports passkeys, Edge will guide you through the setup. It’s quick and easy—no technical skills needed!
To learn more, visit here.
Currently, syncing passkeys across devices is only available for personal Microsoft Accounts (MSA), not for commercial or school accounts.
No, currently this functionality is only available for Windows devices where you are logged into your personal Microsoft Account (MSA).
No, you do not – if you are more comfortable using passwords you still can. To learn more about how Edge helps you create new passwords and check your saved passwords against breaches, please visit here.

* Feature availability and functionality may vary by device type, market, and browser version.