How do passkeys improve authentication in enterprises?

Passkeys for enterprise authentication provide stronger security, a seamless user experience, and lower operational costs. Enterprises benefit from phishing-resistant authentication, eliminating password management burdens while enhancing security at scale.

Depending on the industry that enterprise operates in, passkeys provide different benefits. One of the core advantages of passkeys in enterprises are their security characteristics:

• Phishing-resistant authentication – Passkeys rely on public-key cryptography and domain-binding ensuring credentials cannot be leaked or reused in phishing attacks.
• Elimination of password-related vulnerabilities – No need for passwords means no risks of credential leaks, weak passwords, or password reuse across platforms.
• Biometric-based authentication – Users authenticate via Face ID, fingerprint, or device PIN, ensuring secure and seamless access.

The simplicity for even non-technical users to have a seamless login that feels like "using Face ID for the web" is a major benefit in terms of UX improvements. Moreover, users benefit from:

• Faster logins – Users sign in with passkeys instantly, reducing friction in authentication.
• No need to remember passwords – Eliminates the need for complex password policies and resets, reducing user frustration.
• Cross-device synchronization – Passkeys can sync securely across user devices via cloud providers (Apple iCloud Keychain, Google Password Manager, Microsoft Entra ID).

• Centralized management – Enterprises can enforce policies, restrict passkey synchronization, and manage authentication at scale.
• Device-bound security – Passkeys remain securely stored in trusted devices, preventing unauthorized access.
• Regulatory compliance – Passkeys meet security standards like FIDO2, WebAuthn, and phishing-resistant MFA mandates.

• Apple: Managed Apple IDs now support passkey synchronization while allowing administrators to restrict sync to company-managed devices.
• Google: Google Workspace integrates passkeys, but Android Enterprise lacks granular passkey management.
• Microsoft: Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure ID) added passkey support, but Windows Hello lacks cross-device synchronization.

Passkeys are the leading enterprise authentication solution, providing scalable, phishing-resistant security. Learn how your business can integrate enterprise passkeys today.