Google Advanced Protection Program gets passkeys for high-risk users [Video]

Google announced today that passkeys are now available for high-risk users when enrolling in the Advanced Protection Program, which provides the strongest level of account security.

The Advanced Protection Program is a free service that protects the accounts of users such as activists, journalists, business leaders, and political teams, who are at a higher risk of being targeted by online attacks.

It blocks unauthorized access to APP-enrolled users’ accounts and adds enhanced protection against Google account phishing attacks, malicious apps, and data theft attempts.

Passkeys are tied to a specific device, such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone, and they work locally, offering a more secure alternative to traditional passwords and significantly reducing the risk of data breaches.

They also allow access to websites, online services, and apps using biometric sensors like fingerprint scanners and facial recognition, PINs, hardware security keys, or screen lock patterns. You can create a passkey using your device right …