Microsoft is rolling out a significant update to its Edge browser that allows users to save and sync passkeys across their Windows devices. Announced on November 3, the new feature integrates passkeys directly into the Microsoft Password Manager, starting with Edge version 142.

Addressing a key weakness in the company’s passwordless strategy, this move untethers passkeys from a single machine. By enabling cloud synchronization for these phishing-resistant credentials, Microsoft aims to make secure, password-free logins more practical for everyday use. F

or now, the feature is limited to Windows desktops, with support for other platforms planned for the future.


More

9TO5Mac: Apple @ Work Podcast: State of the union for passkeys

In this episode of Apple @ Work, Rew Islam from Dashlane joins the show to talk about…

Read More →

Security Boulevard: HYPR and Yubico Deepen Partnership to Secure and Scale Passkey Deployment Through Automated Identity Verification

For years, HYPR and Yubico have stood shoulder to shoulder in the mission to eliminate…

Read More →

Digital Trends: Windows 11 finally lets you use Passkeys through your own password manager

Microsoft is making Windows 11 a lot friendlier to your favorite password manager. Windows 11 now supports third-party passkey…

Read More →


Subscribe to the FIDO newsletter

Stay Connected, Stay Engaged

Receive the latest news, events, research and implementation guidance from the FIDO Alliance. Learn about digital identity and fast, phishing-resistant authentication with passkeys.