How to Remove a Passkey from Your Microsoft Account
Microsoft account passkeys are passwordless sign-in methods that use cryptographic keys instead of something you remember, making them more secure than traditional passwords.
Removing a passkey from your Microsoft account stops it from being used for sign-ins to services like Microsoft 365 and Copilot.
You can remove a passkey from your Microsoft account by deleting it from the security key settings on your Microsoft account security page.
This process is important if you lose, have stolen, or suspect your security key has been compromised, helping you keep your account safe.
Visit your Microsoft account’s Advanced Security Options page. Under “Ways to prove who you are,” expand “Use a passkey,” select the passkey, and click “Remove.” This prevents unauthorized access if your security key is lost or stolen.
Why Remove a Passkey?
If you suspect your passkey has been compromised, remove the passkey immediately. Removing the passkey protects your Microsoft accounts from unauthorized access by others.
How to Remove a Passkey from Your Microsoft Account
Here’s how to remove a passkey from your Microsoft account.
- Visit the Advanced Security Options page.
- Look for “Ways to prove who you are.”
- Find and expand the “Use a passkey” tile.
- Select the passkey you want to remove.
- Click Remove.
And that’s it! Your passkey is now removed.
What Happens When You Remove a Passkey?
Summary
Removing a passkey from your Microsoft account is simple and important for security, especially if your key is lost, stolen, or compromised.
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I’ve heard people remove their passkeys then can’t get into their own accounts. Removing the passkey does not stop them from requiring authentication.