FIDO security keys are an additional layer of protection for your Apple ID, and here’s how they keep it secure. The most recent update for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS brought a number of improvements and other changes, but one that stands out is the introduction of support for FIDO Certified security keys for Apple IDs. Apple has since detailed how these keys work with your Apple ID, and how you can use them to secure your account.


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