Google has taken another step towards a future without passwords, as it now allows users to save passkeys to Google Password Manager on both Android and desktop devices. This feature was previously available only on Android devices, requiring users to scan a QR code to save passkeys to their account.
With this update, users can now save passkeys to Google Password Manager via Chrome on Windows, macOS, and Linux devices. The feature is currently still in testing for ChromeOS devices. Once saved, passkeys are synced across all devices and can be used on any device with Google Password Manager.
A passkey is a pair of digital keys, with one public key stored on the service you want to access and one private key stored on your device. To log in, users simply unlock their Android device or enter their Google Password Manager PIN on desktop devices. The private key is then sent to the service for authentication.
Passkeys offer a safer and more convenient alternative to traditional passwords. Users no longer need to memorize unique passwords for each service, as unique private keys are automatically generated and stored in Google Password Manager.
If you don’t have the ability to save passkeys to Google Password Manager yet, wait a few days. Google is still rolling out the update, so it may take a little while for it to reach your browser.
Key Features of Passkeys: