How to set up passkeys on Mac

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Verify iCloud Keychain synchronization

   Open System Settings from the Apple menu and select your Apple Account name at the top of the sidebar. Click iCloud, select Passwords & Keychain, and ensure Sync this Mac is toggled to the On position.

   Note: Passkeys require iCloud Keychain to sync across your signed-in Apple devices.
2. 30 sec

   Access your saved passkeys

   Open the Passwords app from your Applications folder or via Spotlight. Use your Mac login password or Touch ID to unlock the vault when prompted.

   Note: Command + Space
3. 2 min

   Register a passkey on a website

   Navigate to the security or account settings page of the website or service you wish to secure. Select the option to Add a Passkey or Use Passkeys, which is typically found within the Login and Security section.

   Note: Not all services support passkeys; check the platform’s security documentation if the option is missing.
4. 30 sec

   Confirm with Touch ID or password

   A system dialog will appear asking you to save the passkey to iCloud Keychain. Confirm your identity by touching the Touch ID sensor on your keyboard or entering your Mac system password.

5. 1 min

   Review and delete passkeys

   Return to the Passwords app to view all stored credentials. Select a passkey from the list to see its details, or click the minus button to remove the passkey if you no longer require it for a specific account.

   Note: Deleting a passkey from one device removes it from all devices synced to your iCloud account.