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πŸ“± Securing Your Phone

πŸ”’ 1. Securing Your Phone in General​

Before setting up a passkey, it is essential to secure your phone in general. Here are some tips:

  1. Keep your phone updated regularly: Make sure your operating system and apps are always up to date to benefit from the latest security protections.
  2. Use a PIN or strong password: Set up a PIN or complex password to lock your phone.
  3. Enable biometrics: Use biometric authentication methods like Face ID, Touch ID, or fingerprint recognition for increased security.
  4. Download apps only from trusted sources: Use official app stores like the App Store or Google Play Store.
  5. Enable remote location: Set up services like "Find My iPhone" or "Find My Device" to be able to lock or erase your phone remotely in case of loss or theft.

πŸ” 2. Understanding What a Passkey Is​

A passkey is a modern authentication method that replaces traditional passwords. Unlike a regular password, a passkey relies on a pair of cryptographic keys (a public and a private key) to securely prove your identity. This reduces the risk of hacking through phishing or password theft.

πŸ“– Learn more about passkeys:

πŸ”‘ 3. Setting Up Passkeys​

On iPhone (iOS 16.3 and above)​

πŸ“– Official Apple Guide – Setting up a security key

On Android (Android 9 and above)​

πŸ“– Google Guide – Managing passkeys

🚨 4. What to Do in Case of Phone Loss or Theft?​

  1. Revoke access to your accounts from another device.
  2. Lock your phone remotely:
  3. Change your important credentials (emails, bank accounts).

πŸ”„ 5. Alternatives to Passkeys​

If a service does not yet support passkeys, here are some alternatives:

  • Use a physical security key (e.g. YubiKey, Google Titan).

πŸ“– Learn more about security keys:

βœ… Conclusion​

By properly configuring your passkeys, you significantly enhance the security of your accounts and data. Take the time to follow these steps and refer to the provided resources for optimal protection. πŸš€πŸ”’