What is a Passkey MFA?

 

A passkey is a modern, passwordless authentication method that allows you to securely sign in using your device's built-in security features, such as your fingerprint, facial recognition, PIN, or security key. Passkeys are designed to be more secure and easier to use than traditional passwords and MFA methods because they are resistant to phishing attacks and cannot be reused by attackers.

 

Is Passkey a default MFA method at Premium Brands?

 

Yes. As of September 1, 2026, Microsoft has updated its authentication experience and now promotes passkeys as the default and preferred authentication method during MFA registration and account setup. When users sign in and are prompted to set up additional security information, they may see passkey registration presented as the recommended option.

 

Can I continue using Microsoft Authenticator?

 

Yes. Microsoft Authenticator will continue to work for MFA and account verification. However, Microsoft may recommend passkeys as the preferred sign-in method because they provide a more secure and convenient authentication experience.

 

What if I do not want to set up a Passkey?

 

As part of Premium Brands' security requirements, setting up a passkey is mandatory when prompted. Passkeys are being adopted as the preferred authentication method to enhance account security and provide a safer sign-in experience. Failure to register a passkey may impact your ability to access Microsoft 365 and other corporate resources in the future.

 

 

 

How do I set up a Passkey?

 

After signing in, Microsoft may display a screen titled "Let's keep your account secure".

 

On the "Let's keep your account secure" screen, click Next.

 

 

On the next screen, select Other options.

 

 

 

At the "Add a sign-in method" screen, choose Passkey in Microsoft Authenticator.

 

 

At the "Create a passkey in Microsoft Authenticator" screen, click Next.

 

 

 

At the "Finish creating your passkey in Authenticator" screen:

• Ensure you have the latest version of the Microsoft Authenticator app installed on your mobile device.
• Open the Microsoft Authenticator app.

 

 

 

 
  

Complete the setup in Microsoft Authenticator

 

Open the Microsoft Authenticator app on your mobile phone.

 

Select your Premium Brands work account.

 

 

 

Tap Create a passkey.

 

 

 

 

 

On the next screen, tap Sign in and enter your login password.

 

 

 

When prompted, enter the number matching code displayed on your computer screen to verify your identity.

 

If prompted to enable additional features, select Not now.

Once the passkey has been successfully created, tap Done.

 

 

 

Verify that Passkey now appears as a sign-in method for your work account within the Authenticator app.

 

 

Finish the setup on your computer

 

• Return to the browser window on your computer.
• Click Next.
• Microsoft will validate the newly created passkey.
• When the "Passkey created" confirmation screen appears, click Done to complete the registration.