A passkey lets you sign in using your device's screen lock instead of typing your Google password. Set it up only on a device you personally own and control. Anyone who can unlock that device may be able to use its passkey.
You can repeat the process on other personal devices. Keep a working recovery method on your account, and review the passkey list if a device is lost or shared. The available prompts can vary by device and browser.
Create the passkey
- On your phone or computer, open Google Account passkeys and sign in if prompted.
- Select Create a passkey, then confirm Create a passkey.
- Unlock your device when asked. Google will confirm when the passkey is ready.
You can repeat the process on other personal devices. Keep a working recovery method on your account, and review the passkey list if a device is lost or shared. The available prompts can vary by device and browser.