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FIDO2

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FIDO2

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Also known as: FIDO2 passwordless, CTAP WebAuthn

Last updated August 9, 2026

Definition

FIDO2 is the open standard pairing WebAuthn and CTAP so devices and browsers can do phishing-resistant passwordless login.

Real-World Example

A hardware security key that works across sites supporting FIDO2/WebAuthn.

References

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