Passkey login: the safest and most efficient way to log in to your website in 2023

Passkey login (biometric security keys) is not just a tech trend. It is a necessity for strengthening the security of your website. Nettsmed, a leading web agency in Norway, now offers this solution to all our WordPress and Elementor clients. But what does it actually mean, and why does it matter? In this post we look at the benefits of passkeys for secure login, and why they can make your life easier.

Why does secure login matter so much?

Online security is becoming more pressing every year. As you have probably noticed, the number of hacking attempts against Norwegian websites has risen sharply in recent years. WordPress sites are especially exposed because they are so widely used.

Why is this so critical? Think of all the sensitive information stored on your website: customer data, financial transactions and internal documents. A successful attack can lead to data loss, financial damage and a damaged reputation. Secure login is therefore not only about protecting your own information, but also about keeping the trust of your customers and users.

What are passkeys?

Passkeys, or biometric security keys, are a safer and simpler replacement for traditional passwords. With passkeys, users log in to apps and websites with a biometric sensor (such as a fingerprint or face recognition), a PIN or a pattern. They no longer have to remember and manage complicated passwords.

Developers and users alike dislike passwords: they make for a poor user experience, add friction to the conversion process and create security risks for everyone involved. Google Password Manager on Android and in Chrome reduces this friction with autofill. For developers who want even better conversion and security, biometric security keys and identity federation are the industry's modern approaches.

A passkey can meet the requirements for multi-factor authentication in a single step, replacing both a password and a one-time code (such as a six-digit SMS code). This gives strong protection against phishing and avoids the poor user experience that often comes with SMS or app-based one-time passwords. Because passkeys are standardised, a single implementation gives a passwordless experience across all of a user's devices, browsers and operating systems.

Benefits of passkey login on your website

Efficiency

Forget 2FA emails that take time to arrive and extra steps to log in. With passkeys, getting into your account is quick and easy.

Stronger security

Passkeys give robust protection against phishing and make sure only authorised users get access to the website.

Ease of use

Passkeys are standardised. A single implementation gives a passwordless experience across all of a user's devices, browsers and operating systems.

How to add passkey login to your WordPress website

Adding passkey login to your WordPress website is easier than you might think. Nettsmed offers this service and can quickly set it up for you. It improves both the security and the usability of your site. Contact us today to make your WordPress installation more secure.

Conclusion: passkey login is the new standard for website security

With security getting ever more attention, it is time to rethink how we log in to our websites. Passkey login strikes a balance between security and ease of use. It is an important part of WordPress security, and a measure you should put in place today to avoid being hacked.

Nettsmed is proud to offer this service to our clients. To learn more or book a free consultation, get in touch with us today.