What is Cross-Platform?

In computing, cross-platform (also multi-platform) refers to different computing platforms (Windows, iOS, Android, macOS, Linux) or even device types (desktops, mobile).
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Cross-Platform meaning

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Why is it important to be cross-platform?

It’s important to have or use a product that is cross-platform so that it can work with a wide variety of devices. If security keys are cross-platform a user can use one key across all their devices.

Are Yubico products cross-platform?

Yes, all Yubico products are cross-platform. Our products work with many major OS’s and platforms (ie. Windows, Mac, iOS, Android).

How are Yubico products cross-platform?

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Application Availability

Our software can be downloaded from many different app stores. Please click here to see what kinds of apps we offer.

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We offer products with both USB-A and USB-C connectors. Some of our products are also NFC enabled, which means it they can be used wirelessly with mobile devices that support NFC.

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Our software is open-source, meaning we put our code online for developers to use freely. This allows developers to add support for YubiKeys to their services.

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