Meta has started rolling out support for passkey for Facebook users which allows a more secure and convenient way to sign in.
Passkeys eliminate the need for traditional passwords by allowing biometric authentication such as fingerprint or face recognition.
According to Meta, this feature is now available for iOS users globally, with Android support expected in the coming months.
Unlike passwords, passkeys are phishing-resistant because they rely on device-stored cryptographic credentials rather than inputted text.
This means even if a user is tricked into visiting a fake site, their passkey won’t be shared or compromised.
Passkey support is part of a broader move by major tech platforms to abandon passwords for safer authentication methods.
Apple, Google, and Microsoft have already adopted the standard across multiple services, creating momentum for widespread implementation.
On Facebook, users can now choose to log in using Face ID, Touch ID, or a device PIN linked to their account.
Passkeys are stored locally and synced securely through iCloud Keychain or Google Password Manager, not on Meta’s servers.
Meta says the feature aligns with its long-term goal of reducing user friction while enhancing platform-wide security.
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Currently, the feature is only available for personal Facebook accounts, not for Business Manager or Creator Studio access.
Users can activate passkey login through their Facebook settings under “Password and Security” and select “Use passkey.”
Meta plans to expand passkey functionality to more services within its ecosystem, including Instagram and Messenger.
Though limited for now, the rollout signals a decisive shift away from password-based security on major social platforms.
Cybersecurity experts view the move as a necessary step to curb credential theft and improve login resilience across user accounts.
As phishing, keylogging, and data breaches grow more sophisticated, passkeys offer a more robust defense by default.
Facebook’s move positions it among tech giants advocating for a passwordless future backed by open authentication standards.
