WhatsApp allows login using the Passkey feature

WhatsApp has announced support for the Passkey feature for users on the Android platform. This feature allows users to access their accounts without the need for a password, offering a secure and convenient alternative to two-factor authentication via SMS.

The Passkey feature enables WhatsApp users on Android to rely on security measures such as face and fingerprint recognition or patterns to access their accounts. This move aligns with recent guidance from Google, encouraging users to create passkeys for the security of their accounts.

Previously, the Passkey feature was tested in WhatsApp's beta version. Now, this feature has become available to regular users on the Android platform.

While there is no current information regarding Passkey support on iPhone devices, it is expected to be made available to Android users in the coming weeks and months.

By adding support for the Passkey feature, WhatsApp takes a small step towards reducing reliance on passwords, which can be vulnerable to theft or compromise, thereby enhancing the security of user accounts.