<p><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/whatsapp">WhatsApp</a> introduced the password-less Passkeys feature to Android phones way back in October 2023. After six months, the Meta-owned company is finally bringing security features to the iOS version of the instant messenger app. </p><p>The company confirmed the news on its official <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/technology/whatsapp-channels-get-several-new-features-2854699">WhatsApp channel</a>. The new security feature will soon be introduced with the app update to the <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/technology/gadgets/apple-iphone-15-pro-max-review-top-notch-performer-2739884">iPhones</a>. </p><p><strong>What is Passkeys?</strong></p><p>Passkeys is a short user ID alternative to log in to online accounts. This is a one-time process and once done, users need not have to remember multiple passwords for different accounts.</p><p>In this context, iPhone users can use biometrics -- Face ID or Touch ID — or the phone’s passcode to log in to WhatsApp. </p><p>Passkeys is touted to be the most secure authentication process to log in to online accounts. <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/apple">Apple</a>, <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/google">Google,</a> <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/microsoft">Microsoft</a> and other technology companies have jointly worked out the fool-proof specification for the Passkeys. It also complies with global standards set by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) and the FIDO (Fast ID Online) Alliance.</p><p>Passkeys can not be hacked by a person sitting in a remote location. Thanks to biometric-based secured login, criminals cannot break into WhatsApp or any app on a stolen phone.</p>.Explained | How Google Passkeys will curb password leakage threats.<p>WhatsApp already offer biometric-based locking system. This Passkeys feature does away with passwords and SMS two-factor authentication whenever the owner sets up a WhatsApp account on a new device or reinstall the app on an iPhone.</p><p><strong>Here's how to turn on passkeys on iOS WhatsApp version on iPhone:</strong></p><p>Step 1: Open WhatsApp >> Settings >> Account </p><p>Step 2: Then, select Passkeys >> Create Passkeys</p><p>Step 3: Tap Continue >> Users will be asked to tap 'Use screen lock' to create the Passkeys</p><p>Once done, users will be able to log in to WhatsApp without any OTP for two-factor authentication or don't have to remember any password.</p><p>It should be noted that Passkeys update roll-out process is being carried out in phases and will take some time to reach all global regions.</p>.WhatsApp testing new feature to share files, images instantly without internet.<p><em>Get the latest news on new launches, gadget reviews, apps, cybersecurity, and more on personal technology only on <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tag/dh-tech?_ga=2.210580691.73733284.1595225125-1706599323.1592232366">DH Tech</a>.</em></p>
<p><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/whatsapp">WhatsApp</a> introduced the password-less Passkeys feature to Android phones way back in October 2023. After six months, the Meta-owned company is finally bringing security features to the iOS version of the instant messenger app. </p><p>The company confirmed the news on its official <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/technology/whatsapp-channels-get-several-new-features-2854699">WhatsApp channel</a>. The new security feature will soon be introduced with the app update to the <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/technology/gadgets/apple-iphone-15-pro-max-review-top-notch-performer-2739884">iPhones</a>. </p><p><strong>What is Passkeys?</strong></p><p>Passkeys is a short user ID alternative to log in to online accounts. This is a one-time process and once done, users need not have to remember multiple passwords for different accounts.</p><p>In this context, iPhone users can use biometrics -- Face ID or Touch ID — or the phone’s passcode to log in to WhatsApp. </p><p>Passkeys is touted to be the most secure authentication process to log in to online accounts. <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/apple">Apple</a>, <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/google">Google,</a> <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/microsoft">Microsoft</a> and other technology companies have jointly worked out the fool-proof specification for the Passkeys. It also complies with global standards set by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) and the FIDO (Fast ID Online) Alliance.</p><p>Passkeys can not be hacked by a person sitting in a remote location. Thanks to biometric-based secured login, criminals cannot break into WhatsApp or any app on a stolen phone.</p>.Explained | How Google Passkeys will curb password leakage threats.<p>WhatsApp already offer biometric-based locking system. This Passkeys feature does away with passwords and SMS two-factor authentication whenever the owner sets up a WhatsApp account on a new device or reinstall the app on an iPhone.</p><p><strong>Here's how to turn on passkeys on iOS WhatsApp version on iPhone:</strong></p><p>Step 1: Open WhatsApp >> Settings >> Account </p><p>Step 2: Then, select Passkeys >> Create Passkeys</p><p>Step 3: Tap Continue >> Users will be asked to tap 'Use screen lock' to create the Passkeys</p><p>Once done, users will be able to log in to WhatsApp without any OTP for two-factor authentication or don't have to remember any password.</p><p>It should be noted that Passkeys update roll-out process is being carried out in phases and will take some time to reach all global regions.</p>.WhatsApp testing new feature to share files, images instantly without internet.<p><em>Get the latest news on new launches, gadget reviews, apps, cybersecurity, and more on personal technology only on <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tag/dh-tech?_ga=2.210580691.73733284.1595225125-1706599323.1592232366">DH Tech</a>.</em></p>