Microsoft Launches New API for Windows 11 to Facilitate Passkey Services

TapTechNews October 9th news, Microsoft Corporation yesterday (October 8th) posted a blog post, announcing the launch of a brand new API that allows third-party companies to add their Passkey services in the Windows 11 system, thereby accelerating the phasing out of traditional password methods.

TapTechNews translation of part of Microsoft's blog post is as follows:

Microsoft is collaborating with companies such as 1Password and Bitwarden to integrate their Passkey services in the Windows 11 system, enabling users to share and use the Passkey service on PCs and mobile devices to jointly enhance password security.

Microsoft also stated in the blog post that it has redesigned the Windows Hello user interface to facilitate users to create and use Passkey.

When users access websites that support Passkey, they can choose to save the Passkey to the Microsoft account, and the unlocking methods include facial recognition, fingerprint, or PIN.

Microsoft is researching and developing the function of synchronizing Windows 11 Passkey with multiple devices to simplify the user experience.

Passkey is a new type of passwordless authentication method, aiming to improve online security and user experience. When using Passkey, users can log in through biometric methods such as fingerprint, facial recognition, or device lock, which is much more convenient than entering a complex password. This means that users don't have to remember or manage multiple passwords, thereby reducing the trouble of forgetting passwords.