Micro blogging platform X, formerly known as Twitter, has started rolling out passkey support on Android devices.
This follows the introduction of the feature to iOS users in April.
Passkeys are a new security measure that strengthens account protection. Unlike traditional passwords, passkeys require users to have physical access to their phones and use methods like Face ID, Touch ID, a PIN, or a physical security key.
This makes it much harder for hackers to access accounts remotely.
By replacing the old username and password system, passkeys reduce the risk of phishing and other security threats. The move by X is part of a broader trend, as other major tech
App, and GitHub have also recently introduced support for passkeys.
For users who want to enable passkeys on X, the process is simple. They can go to the “Security and account access” section in the app’s settings, select “Security,” and then choose “Passkey.”
The introduction of passkeys also offers an alternative to SMS-based two-factor authentication (2FA), which X removed for free users last year.
This change provides users with a more secure and convenient way to protect their accounts.
