Meta Introduces Passkeys for Facebook and Messenger to Strengthen Login Security and User Privacy

Meta has announced a new feature aimed at strengthening user privacy and simplifying the login experience — passkeys — now rolling out on Facebook, with Messenger soon to follow.This security enhancement is part of a larger effort by the tech industry to shift away from traditional passwords, which are frequently vulnerable to phishing and data breaches. 

A passkey is a digital login credential that substitutes your current password. Instead of entering a password, you can log in with your fingerprint, face recognition, or phone screen lock. It's faster, easier, and more secure. Passkeys, unlike passwords, are not kept in the cloud or reused across several websites; they exist only on your device, making them resistant to hackers and phishing scams. 

This service is for anyone who has received strange login emails or had their account hijacked. Passkeys let you avoid the effort of memorising complex passwords and minimise the risk to online dangers.Because your credentials never leave your device, they remain private—not even Meta or Google can access them. 

Setting up a passkey on Facebook is simple.Simply navigate to the Accounts Centre in your Settings.From there, select Password and Security, then Passkey.You'll be directed through a brief setup utilising your phone's biometric features, such as fingerprint or face scan. 

Passkeys are already available on mobile devices and supported browsers, but they represent the future: a password-free digital world that is both safer and more user-friendly. As more platforms implement passkeys, users should expect enhanced security and a more seamless login experience across the web.

Information referenced in this article is from The Indian Express