Microsoft is rolling out password-free sign-in for everyone; see how to

Microsoft announced this Thursday (2): login with access keys available for all personal accountsWe are taking another step towards a “password-free world”. With the availability of the resource, it is now possible to access the services of the Redmond giant without the need to enter a password.

It was first introduced in Windows 10 in 2015 through Windows Hello authentication. passkeys let you log in with fingerprint, face scan, PIN code or physical security keys. The system eliminates the use of the traditional method of combining username and password.

Already adopted by Google and Apple, among other major technologies, Sign in to Microsoft apps and websites. This means you can use it to access your Microsoft account, Microsoft 365 and Copilot, and sign in to the Edge browser, among other services.

It was activated in Windows 11 last year, access keys support now available on PCs Windows 10 and also on mobile devices (Android This iOS). When it comes to mobile versions of the company’s apps, the technology is not immediately available yet and is expected to arrive in the coming weeks.

How to log in to Microsoft account with access key?

For Sign in to a Microsoft account using a passkey To access the service, you must first create a password. Later, when you need to log in, you can use this method without having to enter your password anymore.

To enable passkey support on your account, follow these steps:

• On the device where you want to save the access key, go to the https://aka.ms/addproof website;
• Log in normally using your username and password;
• Choose the type of passkey you want from facial reading, fingerprint, PIN or security key;
• Check the on-screen instructions;
• Enter a name for the access key.

When the process is finished, Access to Microsoft applications and websites will be possible with the registered pass key, on the login page, click “Sign-in options” or “More ways to sign in.” Then select the key type, select the registered name and log in to the security window that will open.