Passkeys

Passkeys are a passwordless authentication standard that uses cryprography to provide a more convienient way to sign in to websites and apps.

With passkeys, users can authenticate using their biometric data, PIN or pattern, removing the need of memorizing and typing passwords. In crypto, passkeys also remove the need of storing private keys or writing down the mnemonic phrase, a common friction point and security risk.

Passkeys on Stellar

With the introduction of Protocol 21, which introduced native support for secp256r1 verification in smart contracts, passkeys became a viable option for key management. Users can now use passkeys to sign transactions, without the hassle of managing private keys.

📖 Learn more about Passkeys on Stellar in the article Passkeys, a Light Introduction to Improving Blockchain’s UX

📖 Learn more about Smart Wallets and check out examples of how to use passkeys