Microsoft has unveiled its initiative to make passwords obsolete, stating that all new accounts will, by default, not require a password. This shift aims to enhance security by providing users with alternative sign-in methods which are touted to be more secure than traditional passwords.

According to Microsoft, with users opting for ‘passkeys’, such as facial recognition, fingerprint scanning, or PINs, they hope to reduce reliance on passwords. The company anticipates that the increasing enrollment of users into this system will significantly lower the frequency of password authentication, ultimately leading to the complete removal of password support in the future.

In a statement, Microsoft reassured users that they would not be left vulnerable. “New users will have several passwordless options for signing into their account,” the announcement confirmed. As this technology replaces conventional passwords, the company hopes to bring a new level of convenience and security to the user experience.