Google Wants to End Passwords: Here's How

Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Sujata Singh

Google is looking to end the use of passowrds for its users on the internet.

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The company has started using passkeys as an alternative to passwordless logins.

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Passkeys are said to be 40 percent faster and more secure than passwords as per Google.

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Google confirms that passkeys can be used as default sign-in option.

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So, the next time you try to login, Google will suggest using passkey.

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Passkey is already available on apps like Chrome for passwordless logins.

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Google confirmed that Uber, WhatsApp and more third-party apps will support it soon.

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Passkeys are also being integrated by Apple and Microsoft for a password-less future.

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Soon you won't need to remember passwords for all your accounts.

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