Computer Login Security Tools | YubiKeys

Secure Windows with strong authentication

Local accounts

If your user account is local and not managed by Azure Active Directory (AAD) or Active Directory (AD), you can add a layer of protection beyond passwords with the YubiKey.

Before installing the Yubico Login for Windows software, please make a note of your Windows username and password. If you do not have your UN/PW, you will not be able to log in once Yubico Login for Windows has been installed. Secure local accounts now:

Note: Yubico Login for Windows secures Windows 8.1, 10, and 11 if not managed by AAD or AD. Yubico Login for Windows is only compatible with machines built on the x86 architecture. It is not compatible with Windows on Arm (ARM32, ARM64) based machines.

Azure Active Directory

If your user account is managed by Azure Active Directory (AAD), you can secure your computer with passwordless login with a YubiKey without needing to install any software.

Learn more about passwordless login
Register a YubiKey with Azure Active Directory to enhance account security

Active Directory

If your laptop/desktop (Windows 8.1 or later) or your Windows Server (2012 and later) is joined to a classic Active Directory, you can use a YubiKey for login using the Smart Card functionality.

Learn more about smart card login

Microsoft accounts

Your Microsoft Account can be configured to use strong authentication using the YubiKey to websites that support Microsoft Account sign-in.

However, a YubiKey cannot be used in conjunction with signing into your computer using a Microsoft Account.

Secure Macs with strong authentication

The YubiKey offers smart card authentication for Macs. Read below to learn more.

Secure Mac login

If you need to secure your Mac you can use a YubiKey for login using the Smart Card functionality.

Learn more about securing macOS

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