Microsoft Tests 1Password Passkey Integration in Windows 11 Beta

Microsoft has partnered with 1Password to integrate passkey functionality directly into Windows 11, marking a significant step toward eliminating traditional passwords by 2025. This integration, currently available in Windows Insider Dev and Beta channels, allows users to manage, save, and synchronize passkeys across devices through 1Password's infrastructure, using FIDO2 standards for enhanced security. Users can activate this feature via the Settings app with Windows Hello verification, enabling seamless sign-ins and passkey storage for supported websites. The update, which is part of the forthcoming Windows 11 25H2 feature update, also includes bug fixes and usability improvements such as enhanced multitasking support and localization. This functionality is the first implementation of a plugin model in Windows 11 that will allow other passkey providers to integrate in the future. Overall, the collaboration improves the user experience by making passkey management more streamlined and cross-platform, supporting various devices and browsers beyond Windows.