{"id":128697,"date":"2020-12-08T16:00:35","date_gmt":"2020-12-08T13:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/what-is-a-usb-security-key-and-should-you-use-one-review-geek\/"},"modified":"2020-12-08T16:00:35","modified_gmt":"2020-12-08T13:00:35","slug":"what-is-a-usb-security-key-and-should-you-use-one-review-geek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-a-usb-security-key-and-should-you-use-one-review-geek\/","title":{"rendered":"#What is a USB Security Key, and Should You Use One? \u2013 Review Geek"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3731ff8e776\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3731ff8e776\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-a-usb-security-key-and-should-you-use-one-review-geek\/#What_is_a_USB_Security_Key\" >What is a USB Security Key?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-a-usb-security-key-and-should-you-use-one-review-geek\/#How_Do_Security_Keys_Work\" >How Do Security Keys Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-a-usb-security-key-and-should-you-use-one-review-geek\/#Who_Should_Use_a_Security_Key\" >Who Should Use a Security Key?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-a-usb-security-key-and-should-you-use-one-review-geek\/#The_Downsides_of_Relying_on_a_Security_Key\" >The Downsides of Relying on a Security Key<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-a-usb-security-key-and-should-you-use-one-review-geek\/#Other_Features_to_Consider\" >Other Features to Consider<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-a-usb-security-key-and-should-you-use-one-review-geek\/#Security_Keys_We_Recommend\" >Security Keys We Recommend<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-a-usb-security-key-and-should-you-use-one-review-geek\/#Best_Overall_Security_Key_Yubico_YubiKey_5_NFC\" >Best Overall Security Key: Yubico YubiKey 5 NFC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-a-usb-security-key-and-should-you-use-one-review-geek\/#Best_Budget_Pick_Thetis_FIDO_U2F_Security_Key\" >Best Budget Pick: Thetis FIDO U2F Security Key<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-a-usb-security-key-and-should-you-use-one-review-geek\/#Best_Bluetooth_Pick_Google_Titan_Security_Key_Bundle\" >Best Bluetooth Pick: Google Titan Security Key Bundle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-a-usb-security-key-and-should-you-use-one-review-geek\/#One_Final_Note\" >One Final Note<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>&#8220;#What is a USB Security Key, and Should You Use One? \u2013 Review Geek&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-content-area\">\n<figure id=\"attachment_63449\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-63449 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/thumbcache\/0\/0\/a795d7d80ab6bcf6d2731ebc44731f55\/p\/uploads\/2020\/12\/x1ae8aad4.png.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.ZAZmHNQWqP.jpg\" alt=\"YubiKey security key on a white and gold antique painted and carved textured background\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/white-gold-antique-rustic-acrylic-colors-752554219\" data-credittext=\"Suzanne Humphries, symona\/Shutterstock.com\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/white-gold-antique-rustic-acrylic-colors-752554219\">Suzanne Humphries, symona\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>When it comes to protecting your online information, you can never be too safe. While using strong passwords and software-based two-factor authentication (2FA) certainly make for a great start, you can further bolster your online security by using a hardware security key. Plus, they\u2019re easy to use on both personal and business devices and accounts.<\/p>\n<p>And don\u2019t worry\u2014you don\u2019t have to be a tech wiz to use a security key. They are fairly easy to set up and some can even be stored on your keychain for convenience. A security key is the perfect way to gain some extra peace of mind in the name of protecting your most secure accounts, devices, and information.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_USB_Security_Key\"><\/span>What is a USB Security Key?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Physically, a USB security key (also called a U2F key) is a type of hardware security that resembles a USB drive and plugs into one of your computer\u2019s USB ports. In practice, a security key is a physical security device with a totally unique identity. It houses a small chip with all of the security protocols and code that allows it to connect with servers and verify your identity. It\u2019s used to ensure that you are the person actually accessing a site or service.<\/p>\n<p>Some security keys even have NFC and\/or Bluetooth built in, making them perfect for use with newer Android and iOS smartphones. The keys work with browsers like Google Chrome, along with web services like Gmail, <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/social-mediaa\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"1\" title=\"Social Media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>, Dropbox, 1Password, Twitter, GitHub, Microsoft, and many others.<\/p>\n<p>Security keys are yet another layer of two-factor security, not unlike those one-time codes you received via SMS or email when logging into certain sites or the biometric scans of your fingerprint or face used to unlock your laptop or smartphone. But instead of sending you a code or scanning a body part, you have to plug the device into your computer and tap a sensor on it to get it to grant you access to whatever you\u2019re protecting.<\/p>\n<p>Here is another way to visualize the common layers of security you can put on your accounts:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Little to No Security:<\/strong>\u00a0Using the same weak password that\u2019s easy to guess on every site. Anyone with enough motivation could gain access to your information without expending much effort.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Strong Security:<\/strong>\u00a0Using unique <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/195430\/how-to-create-a-strong-password-and-remember-it\/\">strong passwords<\/a> for each of your accounts. This makes it incredibly difficult (if not impossible) for a clever hacker or algorithm to guess. No, they won\u2019t be easy for you to remember (that\u2019s what password managers are for), but their complexity is why they\u2019re effective.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stronger Security:<\/strong>\u00a0Setting up software-based two-factor authentication for your accounts (where you receive a text code) or using authentication <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>s. This makes things even more difficult for a hacker to guess, as they\u2019d have to know your password <i>and<\/i> have your phone on hand (or <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/668922\/how-to-protect-yourself-from-sim-swapping-attacks\/\">SIM swap<\/a> it) in order to gain entry. Plus, in most cases, you\u2019ll also receive the one-time code notification any time someone tries to access your account, giving you a heads up.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Strongest Security:<\/strong>\u00a0Setting up physical two-factor authentication, aka a security key, creates a single unique access point that can\u2019t be duplicated. In order for you or anyone else to access your connected accounts, you\u2019ll need your password as well as the physical key\u2014something even the best hacker can\u2019t work around.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Security keys are so good they\u2019ll even prevent you from entering your information on a spoofed website, so even if a hacker manages to fool you, they won\u2019t fool your security key. This bit of hardware acts as your digital bodyguard, keeping unwanted users away from your information. And don\u2019t worry: no personal or account data is stored on the security key. In the event <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/366188\/what-to-do-if-you-lose-a-u2f-key\/\">you lose your key<\/a> or someone takes it, they\u2019d still have to know your account names and passwords in order to get anywhere.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_Security_Keys_Work\"><\/span>How Do Security Keys Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_63452\" style=\"width: 1600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-63452 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/thumbcache\/0\/0\/bd04894e9e349608a21655eb91d21c6a\/p\/uploads\/2020\/12\/x62d8b479.png.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.lpapdCdo7l.jpg\" alt=\"Opening a hotel door with keyless entry card\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/opening-hotel-door-keyless-entry-card-270471761\" data-credittext=\"Brian A Jackson\/Shutterstock.comd\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/opening-hotel-door-keyless-entry-card-270471761\">Brian A Jackson\/Shutterstock.comd<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Security keys are just another way to verify with a server you\u2019re trying to reach that you are who you say you are. The keys support an open-source universal standard called\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/redirect.viglink.com?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yubico.com%2Fauthentication-standards%2Ffido-u2f%2F&amp;key=204a528a336ede4177fff0d84a044482\">FIDO U2F<\/a>, which was developed by Google and Yubico for physical authentication tokens.<\/p>\n<p>Think of a security key like a hotel door. You check in at the front counter, pay the nightly fee, and are handed your room key. Then, hypothetically speaking, if you were to stand in front of the door of your assigned room and say \u201cI want to come in,\u201d the door wouldn\u2019t just open. You\u2019d have to insert the key into the slot and allow it to connect with the hotel\u2019s system and verify \u201cYes, this key is currently valid. Give me the registered key code to open this room.\u201d It\u2019s the same thing.<\/p>\n<p>Setting up and using a security key is also fairly easy. Once you\u2019ve connected the devices and online accounts you want to use the security key on, all you have to do at that point is plug in the key when you want to access the device or site and tap the sensor button. If you aren\u2019t sure how to link your physical key with a device or website, check out <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/232360\/how-to-secure-your-google-dropbox-and-github-accounts-with-a-u2f-key\/\">this helpful guide<\/a> from our sister site, How-to-Geek.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Should_Use_a_Security_Key\"><\/span>Who Should Use a Security Key?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Anyone who wants to can use a security key, but it might be an excessive measure for some people. If you don\u2019t mind the momentary inconvenience to get securely logged in to your connected accounts, it\u2019s a great idea. After all, better safe than sorry.<\/p>\n<p>We highly recommend security keys to those who regularly use public Wi-Fi, as traffic over Wi-Fi can be easily intercepted, and using public Wi-Fi makes you more susceptible to hacks. Using a security key makes it so that even if someone intercepts your data, they won\u2019t be able to log in to your accounts. We also recommend security keys to anyone dealing with secure information online such as financial information, and to celebrities and other important persons who want an extra layer of security.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Downsides_of_Relying_on_a_Security_Key\"><\/span>The Downsides of Relying on a Security Key<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_63451\" style=\"width: 1600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-63451 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/thumbcache\/0\/0\/8f0e20519a4653823ec9297e1d038a66\/p\/uploads\/2020\/12\/x99f5a957.png.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.TSKm5e4gF5.jpg\" alt=\"USB security key on dark background\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/security-system-concept-keyshaped-usb-drive-1078575998\" data-credittext=\"IMG Stock Studio\/Shutterstock.com\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/security-system-concept-keyshaped-usb-drive-1078575998\">IMG Stock Studio\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The main selling point of a security is also its biggest weakness: it\u2019s the single point of access for your accounts. So where it makes it pretty much impossible for a hacker to access your accounts, it\u2019ll also make it close to impossible to access your own accounts in the event you lose your security key.<\/p>\n<p>If you have another instance of your accounts open somewhere, you could go in and remove your security key or set up a new one; but if you don\u2019t, you might be out of luck. However, depending on the service you set up your security key with, like Google, you\u2019ll have access to a <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/watch-movies-tv-seriess\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"8\" title=\"Watch Movies &amp; TV Series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">series<\/a> of <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/358723\/psa-make-sure-you-have-a-backup-for-two-factor-authentication\/\">options for accessing your account<\/a> such as backup access codes. You could also technically buy a backup security key, but not every site allows you to register two.<\/p>\n<p>The other noteworthy downside is that not every <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/twofactorauth.org\/\">site and service<\/a> supports security keys as a 2FA option, especially smaller services. Most services, if they offer 2FA support at all, will stick to SMS- or email-based options. This means you will be forking out cash for protection on only about a handful of sites for the time being, though support for more could come in the future.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Features_to_Consider\"><\/span>Other Features to Consider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Obviously, security is the name of the <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/game\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"7\" title=\"Game\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">game<\/a> here and the most important part of a physical security key. However, there are a few additional features you should consider if you\u2019re thinking of buying a security key.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price and Setup:<\/strong> Security keys have a fairly narrow price range, typically between about $20 and $50, so you don\u2019t have to worry about dropping a few hundred bucks on one or anything. The keys should also be super easy to set up and use on demand.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Device and Account Compatibility:<\/strong> Every hardware key is not created equal. Some connect to your computer via USB-A or USB-C, while others only support Apple\u2019s Lightning ports. Newer options can even support Bluetooth and NFC, making them compatible with smartphones. Make sure that the key you choose will work with all the devices you want to use it on, from macOS and Windows to Android and iOS.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Durability:<\/strong> Because a security key is something you\u2019ll potentially be using every day, it\u2019s critical that it has a durable design made of high-quality materials. The metal connectors that connect with those in your device\u2019s USB port should be sturdy enough to stand up to thousands of uses. The best security keys can withstand being dropped (or having something dropped on it), and are water-resistant, too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Security_Keys_We_Recommend\"><\/span>Security Keys We Recommend<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019ve decided that you want to get a security key but aren\u2019t sure what your options are, don\u2019t fret: we\u2019ve gathered a few of the best picks below, including some premium keys and a budget-friendly choice.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Overall_Security_Key_Yubico_YubiKey_5_NFC\"><\/span>Best Overall Security Key: Yubico YubiKey 5 NFC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_63453\" style=\"width: 1600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-63453 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/thumbcache\/0\/0\/1d3e9717594d35d6cfb76c2bcafc41d2\/p\/uploads\/2020\/12\/xb6ae7d7f.png.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.KcoiRh4y3G.jpg\" alt=\"Yubico YubiKey 5 NFC on white background\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07HBD71HL?tag=reviewgeek-20\" data-credittext=\"Yubico\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07HBD71HL?tag=reviewgeek-20\">Yubico<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Yubico is a trusted name in the security key world, seeing as it helped develop the FIDO U2F standard, along with Google. The <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07HBD71HL?tag=reviewgeek-20\">YubiKey 5 NFC<\/a> uses both NFC and a USB-A connector, and is an ideal choice for getting logged in on your online services and accounts as well as your macOS computers, Android devices, and iPhone 7 or newer models. It supports a variety of security standards including FIDO U2F, FIDO2, Yubico OTP, OATH-HOTP, Open PGP, and Smart Card. The key is resistant to water, tampering, and being crushed.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box\">\nBest Overall Security Key<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-img\">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07HBD71HL?tag=reviewgeek-20\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41R6WmPaVDL._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Budget_Pick_Thetis_FIDO_U2F_Security_Key\"><\/span>Best Budget Pick: Thetis FIDO U2F Security Key<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_63455\" style=\"width: 1600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-63455 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/thumbcache\/0\/0\/49a78a7f9ec4bd4082492934630d1bb4\/p\/uploads\/2020\/12\/xdf1765cc.png.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.gkVpiTnd1V.jpg\" alt=\"Thetis FIDO U2F Security Key on white background\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B06XHTKFH3?tag=reviewgeek-20\" data-credittext=\"Thetis\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B06XHTKFH3?tag=reviewgeek-20\">Thetis<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You don\u2019t have to spend a ton to get a respectable security key, and the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B06XHTKFH3?tag=reviewgeek-20\">Thetis FIDO U2F Security Key<\/a> offers the best bang for your buck. The key works on both Chrome and Opera browsers on macOS, Windows, and Linux operating systems. It\u00a0skips Bluetooth and NFC connection options in favor of a USB-A port. The Thetis key does have a swiveling mechanism that protects the USB port when it\u2019s not in use, though.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box\">\nBest Budget Pick<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-img\">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B06XHTKFH3?tag=reviewgeek-20\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/414cv-4SxrL._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Bluetooth_Pick_Google_Titan_Security_Key_Bundle\"><\/span>Best Bluetooth Pick: Google Titan Security Key Bundle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_63482\" style=\"width: 1600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-63482 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/thumbcache\/0\/0\/ebd393f3a909a7cc98f39fcb29a00e82\/p\/uploads\/2020\/12\/x89a28a14.png.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.UXxU40eIcG.jpg\" alt=\"Google Titan Security Keys Bundle\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/store.google.com\/us\/product\/titan_security_key?hl=en-US\" data-credittext=\"Google\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.google.com\/us\/product\/titan_security_key?hl=en-US\">Google<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Along with Yubico, Google helped develop the FIDO U2F standard these devices rely on, so it\u2019s another good pick. The <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.google.com\/us\/product\/titan_security_key?hl=en-US\">Google Titan Key Bundle<\/a> comes in a set with one Bluetooth key and one USB-A key, so you can connect to computers and mobile devices as well as compatible web services. The keys have a hole-punch at the top so you can connect them to a keyring. Both keys support Google\u2019s Advanced Protection Program, which is the company\u2019s strongest security offering. Google also sells a great USB-C option, if that works better with your device ports.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"One_Final_Note\"><\/span>One Final Note<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Security keys are an easy and relatively inexpensive way to keep your important online information safe. 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