WhatsApp is rolling out passkey support on iOS devices, after launching it on Android last year.
Passkeys are a new type of cryptographic credential that is more secure and convenient than traditional passwords.
passkeys are rolling out now on iOS 🔑 a more secure (and easier!) way to log back in with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode
— WhatsApp (@WhatsApp) April 24, 2024
here are some reasons you should set it up 👇
Passkeys are more secure than passwords because they are not stored on the user’s device or in the cloud. Instead, they are stored on the user’s phone in a secure enclave. This makes them more resistant to phishing attacks and other forms of cybercrime.
Bijay Pokharel
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