Passwords have one big flaw: If anyone guesses what your password is, you’re left with no defense. It’s why we use password managers and two-factor authentication to better safeguard our accounts.

With more than a decade of experience, Nelson covers Apple and Google and writes about iPhone and Android features, privacy and security settings, and more. At the forefront of the passkey push is ...

Anu is a Features author at Android Police. You'll find her writing in-depth pieces about automation tools, productivity apps, and explainers. Before joining AP, she used to write for prominent tech ...

Passwordless digital life is almost here in 2023. Major technology companies like Google, Microsoft, and Apple are urging their users to get rid of passwords, setting the trend for a passwordless ...

First, turn on two-factor authentication for the account. You'll get a QR code or setup key. Next, open the Google Authenticator app and tap the plus sign. Record the 2FA code/key. Whenever you're ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The next time you sign in to your Google account, you’ll be encouraged to set up a passkey for a faster, more ...

Passkeys are easier to use and more secure than passwords, but getting started with them isn't simple. We tell you how to set up and use passkeys for Google on all your devices. Since my start in 2008 ...