Meta is rolling out a new login feature for Facebook users, introducing Passkey support to offer an extra layer of account protection. This move allows users to access their accounts using fingerprint or facial recognition, eliminating the need for traditional passwords—often considered more vulnerable to hacking.
Passkeys use cryptographic credentials that are stored securely on your device. Unlike passwords, they are not transmitted or stored on servers, making them significantly harder to compromise. Once enabled, users will be able to log into Facebook through biometrics on supported iOS and Android mobile devices.
Meta confirmed that the same Passkey set up for Facebook will soon work for Messenger as well, with the rollout for Messenger expected in the coming months.
In addition to login access, Passkeys will support autofill for payment details via Meta Pay and secure access to encrypted message backups.
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“Passkeys will soon be available on iOS and Android mobile devices for Facebook, and we will begin rolling out passkeys to Messenger in the coming months,” Meta said in a statement.
Facebook joins a growing list of platforms supporting Passkey login, including X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and LinkedIn.
With cybersecurity becoming a growing concern across social media platforms, experts have been urging tech companies to adopt more secure authentication methods.
Users will be able to activate and manage Passkeys through the Accounts Center in their Facebook profile settings. Traditional login methods like passwords and two-factor authentication will still be available, especially for users on devices that do not yet support Passkeys.
This update positions Meta in line with the industry-wide shift toward more secure, passwordless access options—offering users both convenience and peace of mind.