The YubiKey
Strong Authentication for the Net
Yubico's core product is the YubiKey®, the first USB-key for instant strong authentication to networks and services that works on multiple platforms and does not need any client software.The revolutionary device plugs into any USB slot. With a simple touch on the YubiKey, it sends the user's identity and a secure one time pass code every time it is used.
Provided at unmatched price and ease of use and with an open source business model, the YubiKey is rapidly being adopted by enterprises, software applications and Internet services around the world.
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Secure - The YubiKey combats common ID theft issues including phishing, key loggers and other means of eavesdropping. For two-factor authentication, the device can be combined with a PIN or password.
Easy - Identification and authentication is performed in seconds without the hassle and risk of error when typing long pass codes from an authentication device onto a computer. It works with legacy login and on all computers, platforms and browsers with no client software needed. (Windows, Linux, Mac, Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc.) Quick and easy integration into any application.
Portable – Easy to move between computers. Easy to carry with you, in your wallet or on your keychain.
Open source – Our business is to sell the unique and patents-pending hardware. We provide a basic validation service and the server components for free and as open source.
Multiple use – Yubico supports open identity standards (SAML, OpenID, etc.) and provides a free validation service enabling one YubiKey to be used for multiple applications. Optionally, users can program the YubiKey to have two independent and separate configurations, including any two of the three alternatives:
- Standard YubiKey 44 character one time pass code.
- OATH 6 or 8 digit one time password
- 1-44 character static pass code
Green - The robust, hermetically sealed, ultra-thin and battery-free design with no moving parts increases lifetime and reduces environmental impact.
Brandable - in volume, the YubiKey is supplied in a form that enables screen printing or laser etching of branded logos and messages.
Cost-efficient – Unmatched price point due to minimum manufacturing and transportation cost, no battery support, open source server components and web based sales.
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