- Microsoft Authenticator will discontinue its password management features, with all stored passwords set for deletion by 1st August.
- This change signifies Microsoft's shift towards passkeys, a more secure digital authentication method utilising biometrics or PINs, in response to increasing cyberattacks.
- Passkeys aim to simplify and secure online logins by removing the need for complex passwords, though individual setup is required for each compatible service.
- Users can still access their old passwords after the deadline by installing and logging into the Microsoft Edge browser on their chosen device.
- Authenticator will continue to function for multi-factor authentication and biometric logins, but its password management is now consolidated within Edge; users should secure their credentials accordingly.
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Why Microsoft Authenticator is changing and how to set up a passkey before the deadline
