How to setup Cryptnox FIDO2 card for Microsoft account
How to setup Cryptnox FIDO2 card for Microsoft account
Passkey Support Across Operating Systems and Web Browsers:
The availability of passkey support can vary based on the operating system and web browser being used.
MacOS: Passkey support is provided by browsers such as Safari and Firefox.
Windows: Most web browsers offer passkey support.
On mobile: It’s recommended to use the mobile web version of the service, as almost every application directs users to the web version within a mobile browser for the setup process.
Get a Contactless reader
Before you start, make sure you have a contactless reader that is compatible with ISO 14443 for contactless or ISO 7816 for contact reader.
Step 1
Log in to your Microsoft Account first. Go to “Security>Two-step authentication”
Step 2
Select “Add a new way to sign in or verify”.
Step 3
Select an option to create a security key.
Step 4
Select an option to create a security key.
Step 5
The system will prompt the available options to setup a passkey. Ensure to select the “Security key” and select “Next”.
Step 6
The system will prompt the message to setup the security key. While the prompt is opening, place the card on the contactless reader.
Step 7
Once the card is registered properly, the system will ask you to put the PIN. Once you put in the PIN, select “OK” and in the next pop up, select “OK” again
IMPORTANT:
Ensure you remember your PIN. It is advisable to save it securely or write it down in a safe place. You will need this PIN the next time you log in to a site where you have set up passkey authentication.
Step 8
Give a name for your security key. This can be anything you like.
Step 9
You have successfully setup the Cryptnox FIDO2 passkey on Microsoft account.
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Ensure that you have an iPhone and FIDO2 Card to setup.
Step 1
Log in to your Google account first in the browser and Select “Manage your Microsoft Account”.
Step 2
Select “Additional security options”.
Step 3
Select “Add a new way to sign in or verify”.
Step 4
Select an option to create a security key.
Step 5
A pop up will appear and within that ensure to select the “Security key”. Then select “Continue”.
Step 6
The system will prompt the message to setup the security key. While the prompt is opening, tap the card at the back of the phone.
Once the card is registered properly, the system will ask you to put the PIN. Once you put in the PIN, select “Continue”.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure you remember your PIN. It is advisable to save it securely or write it down in a safe place. You will need this PIN the next time you log in to a site where you have set up passkey authentication.
Step 7
The system will prompt the message tap the card again to activate it. Once it is done, it will automatically proceed to next step.
Step 8
Give a name for your security key. This can be anything you like.
Step 9
You have successfully setup the Cryptnox FIDO2 passkey on Microsoft account.
