Tired of forgetting your Facebook password? You’re not alone — and that frustration might soon be over.
Facebook is officially rolling out support for passkeys, a secure and easy way to log into your account without using a password.
The update starts with iOS and Android users and will gradually expand to other parts of the Facebook ecosystem, including Messenger and Meta Pay. While it’s not yet available on desktop or the mobile browser, this move is a big step forward toward a password-free future.
What Are Passkeys?
Passkeys are a modern alternative to passwords — and they’re a lot easier to use and more secure.
With a passkey, you can log in using:
- Face or fingerprint recognition
- A PIN code
- Or a physical security key
These methods are safer than passwords because they don’t rely on something you have to remember. And they’re also much harder for hackers to steal.
How Do Facebook Passkeys Work?
Passkeys use a pair of cryptographic keys:
- One is public and saved with Facebook
- The other is private and stored only on your phone
When you try to log in, your phone confirms your identity and connects with Facebook securely — without ever revealing your actual login credentials.
“By using passkeys, you’ll have increased protection against online threats while also simplifying your login experience,” Facebook shared.
Where You Can Use Facebook Passkeys
Facebook is starting small, but has big plans.
Right now, passkeys are being added to:
- The Facebook app on iPhone and Android
- With plans to support Messenger soon
- Meta Pay, for payment autofill and verification
Eventually, passkey support will expand to more areas, including the desktop site.
How to Set Up a Facebook Passkey
Setting up your passkey is quick and simple — here’s how:
- Open the Facebook app on your iPhone or Android device
- Tap your profile picture
- Go to Settings
- Navigate to Accounts Center > Password and security
- Tap on Passkey and follow the on-screen instructions
You might also be prompted to create a passkey automatically the next time you log in.
Why Passkeys Are Better Than Passwords
Passwords are a hassle. They’re easy to forget, easy to steal, and not very secure anymore. Passkeys are:
- Simpler to use
- Harder to hack
- Safer against phishing and password-spraying attacks
- Less dependent on two-factor authentication
Instead of managing complex combinations, you just use your face, fingerprint, or PIN — and you’re in.
The Catch (For Now)
While passkeys are promising, there are still some growing pains:
- They only work on the Facebook mobile app for now
- No desktop or mobile web support yet
- Some users might find syncing between devices a little clunky
Still, Facebook says it plans to roll out passkeys to more platforms in the future.
“We are starting with the Facebook app on mobile and are looking to bring passkeys to more surfaces,” a spokesperson told ZDNET.
Key Takeaways
- Facebook now supports passkeys on its iOS and Android apps
- You can log in using biometrics, PINs, or security keys — no password needed
- Support for Messenger and Meta Pay is coming soon
- Setup is quick through your Account Settings in the app
- Passkeys offer stronger security and less hassle than traditional passwords
- Web version support is not available yet, but it’s on the roadmap
Final Thoughts
Facebook’s shift to passkeys marks a big moment for online security.
While passwords have been around forever, they’re no longer the best way to protect your accounts. With passkeys, Facebook is giving users a smarter, faster, and safer way to log in.
And though it’s starting small, this could be the beginning of the end for passwords — at least on Facebook.