Linkedin Adds Passkey Features

1. Passkey Autofill (Conditional UI) Already Rolled Out#

Several weeks ago, we noticed that the "Passkeys Autofill" (Conditional UI) option had appeared in LinkedIn's web application. This marks an indication of LinkedIn's broader rollout of passkeys, supporting Conditional UI from day one on - a strategy that other companies, such as Shopify, did not adopt in their initial rollout phase. However, since our discovery a few weeks ago, we have regularly checked LinkedIn's security settings but have not found an option to create passkeys. Additionally, no popup has appeared after successful login to offer the creation of a passkey.

2. Passkey FAQ Pages Already Created#

In addition to implementing Conditional UI, LinkedIn has also developed a passkeys FAQ page to guide and educate users on their usage. Notably, the FAQs include information on cross- device authentication via QR codes and Bluetooth. From a support standpoint, the FAQ articles shows guides for Chrome, Edge, Safari, as well as Android and iOS apps, indicating a cross-platform rollout of passkeys at Linkedin.

3. Whats the Strategy Behind Passkeys for Linkedin?#

Given that LinkedIn is a subsidiary of Microsoft - one of the backers of passkeys and a core member of the FIDO alliance - this move seems like a logical step. Further emphasizing this likelihood is the fact that Microsoft 365 already supports passkeys, as well as GitHub. Such indications suggest LinkedIn could very well be Microsoft's next platform to embrace passkeys.

LinkedIn's expansive user base interacts with the platform across a myriad of devices. Many have the LinkedIn app on their iOS or Android smartphones and simultaneously access LinkedIn on desktops powered by Windows or macOS. Introducing passkeys can significantly enhance the cross-device experience, especially if synchronized passkeys from cloud accounts like Google Password Manager, Apple iCloud Keychain, and modern password managers such as 1Password and Dashlane, are used.

It's also important to note that a significant segment of LinkedIn's audience comprises business professionals. These individuals often have the latest hardware and software, suggesting a higher degree of passkey-readiness within this demographic compared to others.

4. The Rollout of Passkeys on LinkedIn#

While there's no confirmed date for LinkedIn's full passkey rollout, the platform is unlikely to lag, especially given the swift adoption of passkeys by other leading tech platforms (e.g. Revolut, PayPal, TikTok).

Frequently Asked Questions#

Has LinkedIn fully rolled out passkeys and can I create one on my account?#

As of the article's writing, LinkedIn had implemented Conditional UI (passkey autofill) on its web app but had not yet enabled passkey creation in security settings. No confirmed rollout date exists, though the published FAQ pages and live Conditional UI implementation signal that a full rollout is imminent.

Why is LinkedIn adding passkey support now?#

LinkedIn is a subsidiary of Microsoft, a core FIDO Alliance member that has already enabled passkeys on Microsoft 365 and GitHub. LinkedIn's user base of business professionals, who typically have access to the latest hardware and software, represents a demographic with higher passkey-readiness than general consumers.

Which browsers and platforms will LinkedIn support for passkey login?#

LinkedIn's passkey FAQ page documents support for Chrome, Edge and Safari on desktop as well as Android and iOS mobile apps. The FAQ also covers cross-device authentication via QR codes and Bluetooth, indicating a broad cross-platform rollout strategy.

What is Conditional UI and why does it matter for LinkedIn's passkey strategy?#

Conditional UI, sometimes called passkey autofill, automatically surfaces a passkey prompt within the login field without requiring a separate user action, reducing friction during sign-in. LinkedIn's decision to implement Conditional UI from the start is notable because other platforms such as Shopify did not include this feature in their initial passkey rollout.