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How to add a passkey to your Microsoft account – December 2025

Author/Source: David Gewirtz / ZDNET See the full link here

Takeaway

This article explains how to set up a passkey for your Microsoft account. You will learn how to make logging in easier and safer without needing to type a password.


Technical Subject Understandability

Beginner


Analogy/Comparison

Adding a passkey to your Microsoft account is like getting a special fast pass for a ride that lets you get in quickly without showing your regular ticket every time.


Why It Matters

Using a passkey makes your online accounts safer because it helps protect you from scams like phishing, where someone tries to trick you into giving away your password. It also makes logging in much faster, as you just need to verify your identity, often with your face or fingerprint.


Related Terms

Passkey, Phishing. Jargon Conversion: A passkey is a new way to log into accounts without using a password, often using your fingerprint or face. Phishing is a trick where bad guys try to get your personal information by pretending to be a real company.

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