X (formerly Twitter) has announced the rollout of passkey support for its Android app. This feature, already available to iOS users globally since April, offers a more secure alternative to traditional password-based logins.
Passkeys, a cutting-edge authentication technology, create unique digital credentials for each user. Unlike conventional passwords, which can be vulnerable to guessing or theft, passkeys leverage device-specific security measures such as fingerprint scans, facial recognition, or PINs.
To enable the passkey feature, Android users can navigate through the app’s settings to the “Security” tab, where they’ll find the option under “Additional password protection.” The process requires users to enter their current password before setting up the passkey.
This implementation comes as part of a broader trend in the tech industry, with major players like Apple, Google, and Microsoft also adopting passkey technology. The shift towards passkeys aims to address the inherent vulnerabilities of password-based systems, which have long been a target for cybercriminals.
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For X users, the introduction of passkeys could be particularly beneficial following the platform’s decision to remove SMS-based two-factor authentication for free accounts last year. Passkeys offer a more robust security measure without the need for additional authentication steps during each login.
While users will still need a password to create an X account initially, the passkey option provides a faster and more secure method for subsequent logins. The technology stores authentication credentials on the user’s device, matching them with a corresponding key on X’s servers during the login process.
As digital security concerns continue to grow, X’s adoption of passkey technology demonstrates the platform’s commitment to protecting user accounts from unauthorized access and potential fraud.