Should I use a passkey or two-factor authentication?

Short answer: Supported passkeys and security keys provide stronger phishing resistance than a password alone.

Try these steps

  1. Review the sign-in methods supported by the actual service.
  2. Prefer a supported passkey or security key where available. If using a password, enable two-factor authentication rather than relying on the password alone. Keep an approved recovery option.
  3. Test that you can sign in before removing an old method.

When to ask for help

For work accounts, follow the administrator’s policy. Never approve a sign-in prompt you did not initiate.

Learn more

Learn more: read this article — Strengthen account security. Menu names and available features can vary by device, software version and account type.

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