New Website Calls Out Companies Lacking Passkey Support

A new website, whynopasskeys.com, has been launched to name and shame companies that do not offer passkey authentication, a more secure alternative to traditional passwords. According to the site, one in four major apps and services, including Instagram, Netflix, and Spotify, still lack this feature. Passkeys enhance security by using device-specific biometrics or security keys, making them harder to phish or steal. The website was created by security researcher Scott Helme to encourage companies to adopt passkeys. While major tech firms like Apple, Google, and Microsoft support passkeys, others, including Instagram, only offer limited passkey options. The site aims to motivate companies to improve their security measures by publicly listing those that do not comply.

Key Points: • One in four major apps still lack passkey support, including Instagram, Netflix, and Spotify. • Passkeys are more secure than traditional passwords, utilizing device-specific biometrics. • The website whynopasskeys.com was created to pressure companies into adopting passkey authentication.