Using Passkeys for Improved Security in MailRoute's Control Panel

What are Passkeys?

Passkeys are a new, more secure alternative to passwords designed to enhance user authentication on websites and apps. Unlike traditional passwords, passkeys do not require users to remember or enter any information. Instead, they use cryptographic techniques to verify identity, leveraging devices that users already have, like smartphones or laptops. When a user attempts to log in, the service prompts them to authenticate with their device, which might involve biometrics (such as a fingerprint or facial recognition) or a device PIN. This process not only simplifies the login experience but also significantly reduces the risk of phishing and password theft, as passkeys are unique to each site and cannot be reused across different services.

The adoption of passkeys aligns with global efforts to enhance digital security. By storing passkeys securely on a user's device and employing local authentication methods, passkeys ensure that users' credentials are never exposed during transmission or server breaches. This advancement supports a more seamless and secure internet experience, moving us closer to a password-free future.

How do I use MailRoute Passkeys?

Login to https://admin.mailroute.net as usual. Go to your Settings page via the menu under your name on the top-right corner

Under Passkeys, choose Manage:

Then choose Register Passkey:

Give your Passkey a name (for example "Apple" if it's on an Apple device, etc) and click Register:

Depending on your device (Apple laptop with Touch-ID, iPhone with Face-ID, various biometric devices for other devices such as android phones, etc), you'll be presented with a dialog to activate your Passkey.

You've created your Passkey! You can add more than one, if you access the Control Panel from different types of devices.

Next time you login to https://admin.mailroute.net, after entering your email address, you're given an option to "Sign in with Passkey"