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Google Workspace adds FIDO2 security keys and passkeys to Windows login

Feeds.4Sysops •IT News • July 14, 2026

Google Credential Provider for Windows (GCPW) now supports FIDO2-compliant physical security keys as a second-factor authentication method. This tool allows users to access Windows 10 and 11 devices using their Google Workspace credentials rather than traditional local or Active Directory accounts. The update aims to strengthen organizational security by introducing phishing-resistant hardware authentication directly at the Windows login screen. Source

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Google Workspace Enhances Windows Login Security with FIDO2 Support Google has implemented FIDO2-compliant physical security key support for Windows login through Google Credential Provider for Windows (GCPW). This update is available to all Google Workspace customers and allows users to authenticate using their Google Workspace credentials instead of traditional usernames and passwords. The introduction of hardware security keys as a second-factor authentication method aims to bolster organizational security by providing phishing-resistant authentication directly at the Windows login screen. This update is particularly relevant for organizations using Windows 10 and 11 devices, enhancing their security posture against unauthorized access. Administrators can enforce 2-step verification (2SV) to further secure accounts. The rollout is part of Google's ongoing efforts to improve security for its Workspace users. 3 sources 25

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Google Credential Provider For Windows Google Workspace Windows Windows 10 Windows 11