Passkeys are an authentication technology that simplify the login process making sign-in easier, swifter and seamless.
When enabled, Passkeys can be used to satisfy sign-in 2FA, securely logging you into your account by using biometric authentication like a fingerprint or face scan, or a screen lock PIN.
Note: Kraken does not directly store nor use any biometrics data. This data remains uniquely stored on your device and will never leave the secure chip element of your device.
Standardized by the FIDO Alliance, Passkeys are bound to a website or an app's identity, therefore are safe from phishing attacks. The browser and operating system ensure that a Passkey can only be used with the website or app it was created for so you can never be tricked into using your Passkey to sign into a fraudulent app or website.