Passkeys are a trap. Do not use them

Passkeys, promoted as a secure password replacement by the FIDO Alliance, may compromise user control over authentication credentials in ways that traditional passwords and security keys do not. Unlike passwords or authenticator apps that users can manage independently, passkeys involve "hidden dials" that give websites increasing control over how users access their accounts. The FIDO Alliance—composed of Big Tech, governments, intelligence agencies, and banks—notably lacks consumer advocacy representation, raising concerns that passkey development prioritizes corporate and institutional interests over user autonomy.