NOTE: Your computer must have Bluetooth enabled to use Passkeys, so it can verify your device is nearby. If your computer does not have Bluetooth, you'll need to log in with your username and password.

Overview

Microsoft Passkeys offer enhanced security by protecting against phishing and data breaches. They simplify the login process by allowing you to use biometrics (fingerprint/face) or a PIN instead of traditional passwords. This means you do not need to remember or manage complex passwords. Additionally, passkeys can sync across multiple devices, providing a seamless experience whether using your phone, tablet, or computer.

However, not all websites and apps support passkeys yet, so you may still need traditional passwords for some services. Since passkeys are stored on your device, losing your device could complicate access to your accounts unless you have backup methods in place.

Adding a Microsoft Passkey

A Microsoft Passkey can be added during the setup of your Microsoft Authenticator, or after.

If you have not already setup your Microsoft Authenticator, you will need to skip the first two steps.

Begin by selecting your UNOH account within the Microsoft Authenticator application.

Choose the Create a passkey option.

The next step to enabling Passkey usage on your device is to give Passkey permissions to Microsoft Authenticator.

This can be done by selecting the Settings option.

This will take you to your device settings where you can toggle the Authenticator permission on.

Once you have given the app permission, go back to Microsoft Authenticator and select Done twice.

Signing in with the Microsoft Passkey

Using any of the Microsoft services associated with your UNOH account, you can now sign in without inputting your username and password.

To do so, select the Sign-in Options instead of typing in your credentials.

Select the Face, fingerprint, PIN or security key option.

When prompted, choose the iPhone, iPad, or Android device option.

A QR code will now be displayed on the screen.

In the Microsoft Authenticator app, select the QR scanning button and scan the QR code on the screen.

Choose the Connect Devices option.

_{You may also select the Remember this connection between devices box to bypass this check in the future}

A new prompt will appear that shows all the Passkeys for your device.

Select the one that is associated with your UNOH account to finish signing in