How to Enable Passkey Access for Apps on Windows 11

This article explains how to turn Passkey access for apps on or off in Windows 11..

Passkeys provide a more secure and convenient way to sign in. With passkeys, you can use Windows Hello to sign in with a PIN, facial recognition, or fingerprint, making the authentication process faster and more convenient.

By default, Windows offers to save the passkey locally if you’re using Windows Hello. After you create and save a passkey with Windows Hello, you can sign in using your device’s biometrics or PIN.

By default, apps can request to create or use passkeys, but you have the option to decide which apps are allowed to do so.

Enable or disable passkey access for apps on Windows

As mentioned, the latest Windows build lets you enable or disable passkey access for apps on Windows 11.

Here’s how to do it.

First, open the Windows Settings app.

You can do that by clicking on the Start menu and selecting Settings. Or press the keyboard shortcut (Windows key + I) to launch the Settings app.

When the Setting app opens, click the Privacy & security button on the left. On the right, select the Passkey tile to expand it.

On the Privacy & security > settings pane, select the Passkey access tile. Then, toggle the button to enable or disable it.

That should do it!

Conclusion:

• Passkeys provide enhanced security and convenience for signing in to apps on Windows 11.
• Users can easily manage passkey access through the Privacy & security settings.
• Enabling or disabling passkey access is a straightforward process, requiring just a few clicks.
• Utilizing Windows Hello for authentication streamlines the sign-in process with biometrics or a PIN.
• Regularly reviewing app permissions related to passkeys can enhance your overall security posture.