Yubico - Security Key NFC - Basic Compatibility - Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Key, Connect via USB-A or NFC, FIDO Certified

I bought this for MFA authentication, and it has worked flawlessly. Authentication is fast and reliable, and the build quality feels solid. If you want a simple hardware security key that just works, this is a great choice.

To be online these days is akin to walking across an open field which is filled with "rabbit holes" and "land minds." I have fallen into countless rabbit holes trying to gather information to protect myself. Fortunately, I have not been blown up by some malicious actor with malicious products. It is truly imperative for everyone, esp. non-geeks, to learn the basics of how to protect one's privacy and data as best one can. I learned about passkeys. They are portable and slimmer than a flash drive. They are available in USB-A and USB-C, making them compatible with desktop, laptop and phone. It makes signing into web sites so much easier to use 4 digits vs. passwords, text messages, emails, etc. Because it is encrypted, signing into a web site is more secure. I bought one Yubico Security Key NFC and use it on my laptop and desktop. Now, I wish that all web sites would be set up to use a security key. It is well worth the small $ investment.

Side note - I use the open-source BitWarden password manager, which supports Yubikeys. BitWarden is free on multiple devices like PC, Mac, Linux, and your smartphone - for some of the bells and whistles like supporting a YubiKey you have to upgrade to their $10 a year plan, totally reasonable and you should support this company, they are great and my favorite password manager. Now - on to the Yubikey itself. One of the great selling points is that you cannot log on to services that support Yubikey (e.g. your bank, Facebook, Twitter, etc.) if you do not have physical possession of the Yubikey. If someone happened to obtain your User ID and password somehow, they still wouldn't be able to log in thanks to the Yubikey, so that is peace of mind. Speaking of peace of mind, do yourself a favor and buy 2 because you're going to want to store the backup key somewhere safe and easily accessible in case you ever lose your primary key. It is not technically necessary, but it would be an extra hassle to try and prove to the bank or other service that you are the actual client because you won't be able to log in without the key, so there is no easy password reset that you might be used to. Each company has different procedures if you have to call them if you lost your only Yubikey, for all they know you might be a leet hacker trying to social engineer them, so having the backup key gives peace of mind and you can avoid that problem if you are prone to losing things. In a digital world filled with passwords as long as the Great Wall and security measures more complicated than a Rubik's Cube, finding a solution that balances convenience and protection is a quest worthy of a tech-savvy knight. Enter the YubiKey 5 NFC – a pocket-sized guardian that brings a touch of magic to the realm of online security. At first glance, the YubiKey 5 NFC may seem like a humble USB stick, but beneath its unassuming exterior lies a treasure trove of security features that would make even the most paranoid IT guru grin like a Cheshire cat. With support for a myriad of authentication protocols, including FIDO U2F and FIDO2, OTP, PIV, and smart card, this little key unlocks a world of possibilities for safeguarding your digital kingdom. But what truly sets the YubiKey 5 NFC apart from its peers is its Near Field Communication (NFC) capabilities. With a wave of your hand (or a tap of your phone), you can seamlessly authenticate with your YubiKey using compatible mobile devices, turning your smartphone into a digital Excalibur that vanquishes would-be hackers with ease. Setting up the YubiKey 5 NFC is as simple as pie – even for those whose tech skills are as rusty as an ancient server rack. Just plug it into a USB port or tap it against your NFC-enabled device, follow the prompts to register it with your accounts, and voila! You're one step closer to digital invincibility. The YubiKey 5 NFC is a game-changer in the world of online security – a trusty sidekick for the modern-day digital hero. So, whether you're a code-slinging developer, a data-wrangling sysadmin, or just someone who wants to keep their online accounts safe and sound, the YubiKey 5 NFC is here to save the day (and your passwords). Final note - regular 2FA (two-factor authentication) of the type that sends you a text message with a ~6-digit code can be compromised by "SIM jacking" i.e. a hacker calls and socially engineers your cell phone plan provider like T-Mobile, AT&T, etc., and convinces them that the hacker is you, and you want to transfer your cell service to a new SIM card because you lost yours. The cell providers don't always do a great job in this situation and have been known to transfer your account to the hacker and their SIM card. I guess you would have to be a high-value target for something like this to happen, but it's good to know that the Yubikey protects you from this type of attack and has your back.

I've been using it for a week so far, and I was ready to return it after 2 days use because the key felt useless to me. After that I went to Vegas for a few days and came back and used it again with a better experience. The way I see it, the world is not fully ready for these keys yet, and many websites or organizations will need more time to gear up for this technology. The technology works, but most organizations don't want to go full passkey yet, and allow one to login either way, sort of avoiding the purpose of the passkey. I gave it a rating of 3 at first, but changed it to 5 because I can't blame the key for the rest of the world not really being ready for them yet, so I changed my rating to 5. As far as the key goes, this key handles everything I need to do, and I don't require a stronger key or more features, because I'm just an advanced user and I don't work for the government. The key is well built and works as advertised, and appears to be pretty tough. I use it on a KVM box where I can switch between PC and MAC and use the same key without any issues. They say buy 2 of these, one as a backup. I could have just bought one key to play around with at first, where I don't see the point of the backup key since it's easy to login with or without the key anyway. My review should clarify many of the questions you might have compared to what YT told you about these keys.

Bought this from a presentation on YouTube about this product and really wanted to like it. It was confusing as all get out to setup and even following the on-line instructions it wouldn't work properly. Eventually, I had to contact Yubikey's Support who then sent me a link for Google to get my key setup and I am still able to bypass it on my system. I followed their (Yubikey) instructions to the letter and was very disappointed in the end. I get what it's suppose to do but it doesn't work as described (at least in my experience). I already had Google's highest degree of privacy settings turned on when I went in to set it up but had to turn them off in order for the key to even be recognized. Had I known that it would have saved me at least some frustration. Maybe part of it is my own ignorance but I'm not at all impressed with this product. I wound up buying 4 of this specific type of key (there are many different types which adds to to confusion) with the intent of giving them out as Christmas gifts but after my experience of trying to setting it up, I'm not really sure I want to do that to anyone. Maybe it's the type of key I bought also? I don't really know at this point but in good conscience I can't recommend this product, and I really did want to like it for what I thought it was capable of doing. The idea is excellent but the implementation (in my opinion) is awful at best. Trying to add additional accounts to it is just as frustrating as it was to simply set it up also. Sorry to Yubikey but this was a definite no for my Christmas list! Even after setup I'm not even sure it actually works.

This a a great solution and works as it should.

This key is a good buy, but if like me you prefer to save a few dollars to get quality, price and usability, my best advice is that it is worth it to buy their pro versions or latest models. Although thanks to this purchase I was able to reinforce the security of all my environments, I must admit that you will be left wanting to use their app and the 2fa or TOTP options for the security codes that this one here does not offer, but other than that it is a good buy if you are not going to be left wanting to use the verification codes.

Es super fácil de configurar literalmente, ideal si quieres tener una capa MUY FUERTE de protección en tus cuentas personales o de trabajo.

Un dispositivo imprescindible si para tu es importante la seguridad, la uso con mis cuentas de Google, protonmail y hasta el momento todo bien

PRODOTTO FUNZIONALE E MOLTO SEMPLICE IL FUNZIONAMENTO LO CONSIGLIO FUNZIONA BENE

si vous hésitez encore à sécuriser vos comptes (gestionnaires de mots de passe cloud, banques et le reste arrêtez tout et prenez une YubiKey. C'est de loin le meilleur investissement pour être tranquille niveau opsec perso j'en ai pris deux une que je trimballe partout sur mon porte-clés (dans un petit étui imprimé en 3D pour la protéger, comme on peut le voir sur ma photo), et une deuxième que j'ai sagement planquée dans mon coffre au cas où je perdrais la première on n'est jamais trop prudent ! côté mise en place normal c'est du Yubikey : c'est plug-and-play total aucun pilote à se prendre la tête à installer ça tourne direct sur windows macOS et Linux en USB et le NFC réagit au quart de tour avec le smartphone (testé sur iOS et Android(grapheneos) le gros kiff, c'est de s'identifier juste avec une pression tactile ou un petit "bip" sur le téléphone. Fini la galère des codes SMS ou des apps d'authentification lourdingues, et surtout, on est enfin protégé contre le phishing. en résumé c'est ultra solide polyvalent, et ça change la vie si vous voulez blinder votre sécurité numérique sans prise de tête c'est clairement l'accessoire qu'il vous faut !

o fidokey e muito boa

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