1Password's Passkey support is now available in beta for all to test

1Password, the popular password manager, has announced the arrival of Passkey support, a new kind of login credential that entirely replaces passwords. The company revealed today that passkey support has started to arrive after announcing several weeks ago that they were going to add it to their password manager.

Passkeys don't need to be memorized, there's no such thing as a “weak” passkey, and they can't be stolen in a data breach. Using the public beta versions of 1Password in the browser, users can now save and sign in to online accounts with passkeys. The beta extensions are available for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Brave, and Safari, covering all the major web browsers. In addition, 1Password for Mac, iOS, Windows, Android, and Linux have also been updated, so users can view, edit, move, share, and delete any passkey they've created using 1Password.

This major step forward in password management comes as cyberattacks continue to rise, with passwords being one of the most vulnerable points of entry for hackers. Passkeys offer a more secure option for users, eliminating the risk of weak passwords and data breaches.

1Password's Passkey support is expected to be a game-changer in the world of password management, providing a more secure and efficient way for users to protect their online accounts. Users can now try out the public beta versions of 1Password and experience the benefits of Passkey support for themselves.