Google Making Passkeys the Default, Replacing Passwords for Improved Security and Convenience

Google is making passkeys the default sign-in method for all users, replacing passwords. Passkeys use biometrics or PINs to log in.

Passkeys are more secure than passwords since they require physical device access, even if servers are breached.

Google has supported passkeys since May 2022 and is now enabling them by default for Google Accounts.

64% of users find passkeys easier to use than passwords or two-factor authentication.

Google claims passkey login is 40% faster than using passwords. The article recommends adopting passkeys to improve security.