Passkeys work through a public key that's stored on a website server and paired with a private key that's kept on a specific device. To enable it, go to Your Account > Login and Security, and choose the Set up option next to Passkeys.Īpple implemented support for passkeys with iOS 16 and macOS Ventura. Passkeys can be set up in the Amazon settings, and on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, logging in to an Amazon account can be done with a Face ID or Touch ID scan once the feature is turned on. Passkeys do not require customers to remember a password or add a two-factor authentication code, but they do require a verified device. Passkeys are a more secure alternative to passwords because a passkey cannot be shared with another person through a phishing attempt or leaked online through a database hack. Amazon today announced that it has added passkey support to its desktop sites and mobile apps, allowing customers to sign in to their accounts without the need for a password.
