How to set up passkeys in Windows 11

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Verify Windows Hello authentication

   Open the Settings app by pressing Win + I. Navigate to Accounts > Sign-in options and ensure that PIN, Face recognition, or Fingerprint recognition is fully configured. Passkeys require Windows Hello to function as the local biometric or PIN validator.

   Note: Passkeys cannot be created if Windows Hello is disabled.
2. 30 sec

   Navigate to the passkeys management menu

   In the Settings app, go to Accounts > Passkeys. This dashboard displays every passkey currently stored on your Windows device.

3. 1 min

   Create a passkey on a supported website

   Open your preferred web browser and sign in to a service that supports passkeys. Navigate to the account security or login settings within that website and select the option to add or create a passkey.

   Note: Look for the Passkey icon or standard security settings menu.
4. 30 sec

   Confirm the passkey registration

   A Windows Security dialog will appear automatically. Verify the request and authenticate using your Windows Hello PIN or biometric scan to finalize the creation of the passkey on your device.

5. 30 sec

   View and delete existing passkeys

   Return to Settings > Accounts > Passkeys to manage your keys. Select the ellipsis (...) next to any entry to view details or click Delete to revoke the passkey from your Windows device.

   Note: Deleting a passkey here will prevent you from using that biometric/PIN method to log into the associated service.