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UK Government makes major online change to protect Brits against 'scammers'
The optional feature is eight times faster than passwords and is designed to protect more than 23 million users from phishing and cyber threats.
- The Government is rolling out passkeys for GOV One Login, allowing users to sign in using a fingerprint, Face, or PIN instead of passwords, though the feature remains optional.
- Removing the need for passwords, the update aims to protect more than 23 million users from phishing and Cyber threats by eliminating credentials that can be stolen through fake websites.
- More than 300,000 people have already switched to using passkeys during an initial trial, with The Government stating these logins are eight times faster than traditional sign-in processes.
- Digital government minister Stephanie Peacock said, "Nobody enjoys hunting for a forgotten password," emphasizing the system offers stronger protection against fraudsters targeting passwords.
- Jonathon Ellison, NCSC Director for National Resilience, encouraged adoption, stating, "By taking this small but significant step, you can help protect your online accounts and raise our collective resilience, making the UK safer.
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Millions of people to benefit from simpler, more secure way to sign in to government services
Passkeys are being rolled out across GOV.UK One Login, giving more than 23 million users a faster and more secure way to access government services. Passkeys are being rolled out across GOV.UK One Login, giving more than 23 million users a faster and more secure way to access government services, such as accessing childcare services or renewing their driver’s licence.
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