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Ralph Hutchins 0 Reputation points
2026-10-08T07:16:23.1733333+00:00

How do I create a passkey to sign in to Microsoft?

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  1. SD - IA 180.9K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-10-08T07:54:19.4766667+00:00

    Hi,

    Please go to https://account.live.com/proofs/manage/additional

    First click the red arrow which says "Add another way to sign in to your account", and then "Face, fingerprint, PIN or Security key"

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    If you have a Password manager like Bitwarden, in the next step you will be prompted to save it there. Depending on your choice, select the relevant option.

    ​​​​​​​Manage your saved passkeys

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/accounts-billing/security/manage-your-saved-passkeys

    Create and save a passkey

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/accounts-billing/security/create-save-passkey

    I hope this information helps. If you have any more questions, don't hesitate to reach out. Wishing you good luck!

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    2026-10-08T07:16:39.19+00:00

    To create a passkey for Microsoft, use the steps that match the account type.

    For a Microsoft personal account:

    1. Sign in to Advanced Security Options at https://account.live.com/proofs/manage.
    2. Select Add a new way to sign in or verify.
    3. Select Face, Fingerprint, PIN, or Security Key.
    4. Follow the prompts on the device where the passkey will be created.
    5. Select Continue or Create to save it in the suggested location, or select Change or Save another way to choose a different location.
    6. Complete the save process with the device unlock method, such as face, fingerprint, or PIN.

    For a work or school account:

    1. Sign in to Security info at https://mysignins.microsoft.com/security-info.
    2. Select Add sign-in method.
    3. Select Passkey or Passkey in Microsoft Authenticator.
    4. Follow the prompts on the device where the passkey will be created.
    5. Select Continue or Create to save it in the suggested location, or select Change or Save another way to choose a different location.
    6. Complete the save process with face, fingerprint, or PIN.

    On Windows, if registering a Microsoft Entra passkey from Security info:

    1. Open a browser and sign in to Security info.
    2. Complete multifactor authentication.
    3. Select Add sign-in method > Choose a method > Passkey.
    4. Select Next.
    5. Choose where to save the passkey.
    6. After verification, Windows stores the passkey in the local Windows Hello container.

    Passkeys let sign-in use the device’s secure method, such as face, fingerprint, or PIN, instead of typing a password.

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  3. Kapil Arya 38,526 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2026-10-08T08:25:54.8333333+00:00

    Please try these steps:

    1. Open your browser and visit the Microsoft Account security page (https://account.microsoft.com/security).
    2. Sign in to your Microsoft account if prompted.
    3. Go to Security and select Advanced security options. Alternatively, choose Manage how I sign in from the Account Security section if it's available.
    4. Scroll to the Ways to prove who you are section.
    5. Select Add a new way to sign in or verify. Add Another Way to Sign in
    6. Choose the Face, fingerprint, PIN, or security key option from the pop-up menu. Select the option to Sign In
    7. Complete the Windows Hello verification using your face, fingerprint, or PIN, depending on how Windows Hello is configured on your device.
    8. Once the setup is complete, the passkey will be linked to your Microsoft account and can be used for future sign-ins.

    You can also refer this video guide if you like:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMSVxFLBGpE

    Let us know if this helps!

    Note: Included link(s) in this reply refers to a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

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