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ag10n@lemmy.world 1 month agoDo I need a subscription service for this passkey supported password manager? Or I can just buy a hardware key that can be used on my phone or any device, password manager supported or not. Seems like the freedom and portability of a physical key, like a key to your home or car makes a ton of sense.
Passkeys are based on and supported by the FIDO alliance.
QuarterSwede@lemmy.world 1 month ago
You don’t need a subscription as you well know since you know what they’re based on. And I meant FIDO physical keys as you were alluding to. Why would I ever want another device to use with a device that already has biometric auth? That last a barrier of entry that’s too high for most people.
ag10n@lemmy.world 1 month ago
Passkeys are a replacement for passwords, not a second factor like requiring a physical key.
Why would I reduce the number of factors and also entrust what should be something I know to a vulnerable key store.
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