Microsoft Edge now supports passkey syncing through its built-in password manager, offering a more secure and seamless way to log in across devices. This update brings Edge in line with modern authentication standards and simplifies access for users across Windows, Android, and iOS.
Microsoft Edge just made a quiet but meaningful leap forward in passwordless authentication. As of its latest update, Edge’s integrated password manager now supports saving and syncing passkeys, a move that aligns with the broader industry shift toward more secure, phishing-resistant login methods.
Passkeys are a modern alternative to passwords. Instead of relying on something you type, they use cryptographic keys tied to your device and identity. That means no more worrying about password leaks, reuse, or phishing attacks. With this update, Microsoft Password Manager can now store these passkeys and sync them across your devices, whether you’re on Windows, Android, or iOS.
Here’s what’s new and why it matters:
- Passkey support is built directly into Microsoft Edge, so you don’t need to install any third-party extensions or apps. When you visit a site that supports passkeys, Edge will offer to save your credentials just like it does with passwords.
- Syncing is seamless across platforms. If you create a passkey on your Windows PC, it’ll be available on your Android phone or iPhone, as long as you’re signed into your Microsoft account and syncing is enabled.
- You can manage your passkeys from the same place you manage passwords. The Microsoft Password Manager interface now includes a dedicated section for passkeys, making it easy to view, delete, or use them.
- Edge uses Windows Hello for authentication, so when you use a passkey, you’ll confirm your identity with a fingerprint, face scan, or PIN, no typing required.
Microsoft Edge is becoming the new home for password management, and its latest update makes that even clearer. With support for saving and syncing passkeys now built into the browser, Microsoft is streamlining how users manage credentials across devices, while quietly retiring its standalone mobile password manager apps.
For users, this means fewer passwords to remember, fewer chances of falling for phishing scams, and a smoother login experience across devices. For developers and site owners, it’s a signal that passkeys are becoming mainstream, and it’s time to start supporting them.
If you’re already using Edge and Microsoft Password Manager, you don’t need to do anything special to get started. Just visit a site that supports passkeys, and Edge will guide you through saving and syncing. You can also explore your saved passkeys by visiting edge://settings/passwords.
