Passwords can be replaced. With the tools here, they are still in play, but fade into the background. Truly password-free web services are those that allow logging in via a special USB security key – keyword FIDO2 (Fast IDentity Online 2). The range of compatible web services is still rather thin. It is possible that FIDO replaces passwords or functions as a second factor (2FA, two-factor authentication).
-
About The AllianceAlliance MembershipSpecifications
-
FIDO User Authentication
-
FIDO Device Onboard
-
FIDO CertificationsFind Certified ProductsFIDO Accredited LaboratoriesAdministrative
-
Discover FIDO
-
Latest Updates
More FIDO in the News
MobileIDWorld: Meta Rolls Out Passkey Authentication for Facebook Mobile Users Globally
Meta has begun rolling out passkey login authentication for Facebook users on iOS and Android…
The Hacker News: Microsoft Removes Password Management from Authenticator App Starting August 2025
Microsoft has said that it’s ending support for passwords in its Authenticator app starting August…
PCmag: This Password Manager Now Lets You Create an Account Without a Password
Dashlane lets you open an account with a FIDO2-spec USB security key as your authentication.…
