{"id":553408,"date":"2023-02-17T20:00:54","date_gmt":"2023-02-17T17:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/how-to-use-a-security-key-with-your-iphone-or-ipad-and-why\/"},"modified":"2023-02-17T20:00:54","modified_gmt":"2023-02-17T17:00:54","slug":"how-to-use-a-security-key-with-your-iphone-or-ipad-and-why","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-use-a-security-key-with-your-iphone-or-ipad-and-why\/","title":{"rendered":"#How to Use a Security Key With Your iPhone or iPad (and Why)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 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-6a2947b6b557f\" 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-6a2947b6b557f\" 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-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-use-a-security-key-with-your-iphone-or-ipad-and-why\/#%E2%80%9CHow_to_Use_a_Security_Key_With_Your_iPhone_or_iPad_and_Why%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;How to Use a Security Key With Your iPhone or iPad (and Why)&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-use-a-security-key-with-your-iphone-or-ipad-and-why\/#What_Is_a_Security_Key\" >What Is a Security Key?<\/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\/how-to-use-a-security-key-with-your-iphone-or-ipad-and-why\/#Buying_the_Right_Security_Key\" >Buying the Right Security Key<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-use-a-security-key-with-your-iphone-or-ipad-and-why\/#Yubico_%E2%80%93_YubiKey_5C_NFC\" >Yubico &#8211; YubiKey 5C NFC<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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\/how-to-use-a-security-key-with-your-iphone-or-ipad-and-why\/#How_to_Protect_Your_Apple_ID_with_a_Security_Key\" >How to Protect Your Apple ID with a Security Key<\/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\/how-to-use-a-security-key-with-your-iphone-or-ipad-and-why\/#How_to_Use_a_Security_Key_with_Other_Apps\" >How to Use a Security Key with Other Apps<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CHow_to_Use_a_Security_Key_With_Your_iPhone_or_iPad_and_Why%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;How to Use a Security Key With Your iPhone or iPad (and Why)&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<div>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage size-full wp-image-871381\" data-pagespeed-no-defer=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/52638933025_93d96e7fcc_k.jpg?width=1198&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\">Hannah Stryker \/ How-To Geek<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>To register a hardware security key with your <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>le ID, open Settings and go to Password &amp; Security &gt; Add Security Keys. Follow the onscreen prompts, then you&#8217;ll need to have your security key with you every time you log into your Apple ID.<\/p>\n<p>Did you know you can secure your Apple ID and other services on your iPhone or iPad with a physical security key? These keys bolster security and simplify two-factor login. Here\u2019s how it works, and some recommendations for getting started.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_Security_Key\"><\/span>What Is a Security Key?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hardware security keys are small physical devices you can use to authenticate yourself, and it works in place of other authentication methods. Most popular services in fact now offer (and many require) two-factor authentication (2FA) to protect your accounts. 2FA relies on two things: something you know (your password) and something in your possession (usually your smartphone). Once you\u2019ve entered your password you can either use an authenticator app to receive a code or have the code sent to you via SMS.<\/p>\n<p>On top of a password, 2FA adds another layer of security. Security keys slot nicely into this equation by replacing the security code delivered by authenticator apps or SMS. Instead of relying on your smartphone, you can offload this duty to a physical key in your possession.<\/p>\n<p>You can keep this key on a keychain next to your house and car keys, and use it to authenticate login attempts. This removes the risk of SMS codes being intercepted by someone who has \u201cSIM-jacked\u201d your phone number, or someone who happens to have access to your smartphone and authenticator app.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, it also means that without your security key, you\u2019re unable to log in. Like any other key you own, a security key could be stolen (though any would-be intruders would also need to know your password to gain access to accounts).<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/104768\/yubico-yubikey-c-bio-fido-edition-review-fast-smart-and-secure\/\"><strong><em>Yubico YubiKey C Bio FIDO Edition Review: Fast, Smart, and Secure<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buying_the_Right_Security_Key\"><\/span>Buying the Right Security Key<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For many of us, our Apple ID holds the keys to much of our digital life. This includes iCloud email accounts, calendars, messages, subscriptions and purchases, the ability to locate and remotely wipe devices, find AirTags, and more. It\u2019s arguably the most compelling account you\u2019ll want to lock down, so if you\u2019re going to buy a security key you\u2019ll probably want one that has Apple\u2019s blessing.<\/p>\n<p>Though any <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fidoalliance.org\/fido-certified-showcase\/\">FIDO Certified<\/a> key should work, Apple makes a few specific recommendations like the YubiKey 5C NFC\u00a0which should work with most iPhone models on account of NFC functionality. It should also work with most Mac models since it\u2019s fitted with a USB-C port too.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box  \">\nNFC Security Key<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-img \">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31TKAaVS6NL._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" width=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-title \">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yubico_%E2%80%93_YubiKey_5C_NFC\"><\/span>Yubico &#8211; YubiKey 5C NFC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"product-features\">Authenticate wirelessly with the YubiKey 5C NFC for great compatibility with most iPhone, iPad, and Mac models.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Apple also recommends the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=e7eab128eb8d1c53e14db14f4c632447&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yubico.com%2Fproduct%2Fyubikey-5ci%2F&amp;cuid=xid:{xid}&amp;___trxnet=vg\">YubiKey 5Ci<\/a> (with both USB-C and Lightning connectors) and the FEITAN ePass K9 NFC USB-A for users who are restricted to Mac models with older USB-A connectors. Note that Apple requires you to register <em>two<\/em> security keys (one being a backup) when securing an Apple ID account, so plan on purchasing a pair if you want to use them for your Apple ID.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Protect_Your_Apple_ID_with_a_Security_Key\"><\/span>How to Protect Your Apple ID with a Security Key<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can protect your Apple ID as of iOS 16.3 (and iPadOS 16.3 or macOS Ventura 13.2) by registering at least two FIDO Certified security keys. This will protect your Apple ID across a range of devices, provided you have two-factor authentication enabled on your Apple ID first. You\u2019ll need to register two so that you have a backup in case you lose one.<\/p>\n<p>To protect your Apple ID with a security key on an iPhone or iPad, head to Settings and tap on your name at the top of the screen followed by Password &amp; Security &gt; Add Security Keys.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-870939\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/IMG_9025.jpg?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"Add physical security keys to your Apple account\" width=\"730\" height=\"256\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll be asked to review devices that are currently signed in to your Apple ID, then you\u2019ll be able to follow the on-screen instructions to register your key. You can use NFC (wireless) or Lightning security keys with an iPhone, but iPad models with a USB-C port can use USB-C-based security keys instead.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve done this, you\u2019ll need access to your security key and an iPhone or iPad running iOS (or iPadOS) 16.3 to sign in on your Apple Watch, Apple TV, or HomePod. You won\u2019t be able to sign in with your security key using iCloud for Windows or devices running earlier software versions than those listed above.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also need to use a trusted device (that you have already logged in using a security key) to sign in on the web, reset passwords or regain access to a locked Apple ID, add additional security keys to your account, or remove security keys from your account.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use_a_Security_Key_with_Other_Apps\"><\/span>How to Use a Security Key with Other Apps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Other services (like Google and <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/social-mediaa\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"1\" title=\"Social Media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>) have had support for security keys for a while. You can log in to these services using your security key on an iPhone or iPad, whether it has Lightning or NFC (or USB-C) connectivity. It works in both dedicated apps and websites through Safari.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll need to register your security keys using the service itself. So to add a security key for your Google account, log in as normal then navigate to \u201cManage Your Google Account\u201d under your user icon then head to Security &gt; 2-Step Verification &gt; Security Key then use the \u201cAdd Security key\u201d button to register your key.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-870935\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/google_security_key.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"Add security key to your Google account\" width=\"730\" height=\"310\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll need to do this for any additional services you want to use with your security key. Many services now support this type of login including\u00a0Instagram, eBay, and 1Password, and may even require it. Not all services are compatible with all types of keys, so you may need to do some research before you buy.<\/p>\n<p>When you log in to an account that requires the use of your security key you should be presented with a prompt to verify using Lightning or NFC (and USB-C on an iPad).<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<p>While you\u2019re securing your devices and apps, learn how you can make your iPhone more secure when locked,\u00a0get started with a password manager, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/general\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"3\" title=\"General\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">general<\/a>ly stay secure online.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script>\n setTimeout(function(){\n  !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n  {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n  n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n  if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n  n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n  t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n  s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s) } (window, document,'script',\n  'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n   fbq('init', '335401813750447');\n   fbq('track', 'PageView');\n  },3000);\n<\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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