Google has added a new security key token for extra security. ... The hardware Security Key is a small USB token that implements the FIDO Alliance’s Universal 2nd Factor specification.

Google offers two options to link a security key, including by registering a FIDO1 credential on the hardware key or by assigning a passkey to one.

However, using a hardware security key can be faster and easier than getting a code sent to you every time. It's like using a key to enter your home. It can be less intrusive and more secure than ...

Google accounts can be critical pieces of your online life. Keep them safe from account takeovers with a hardware security key. Since my start in 2008, I've covered a wide variety of topics from ...

Why We Picked It. The only MFA hardware that Google is willing to put its name on is the Google USB-C/NFC Titan Security Key. It's an MFA device that's targeted at everyday and first-time users.

If you've bought a separate hardware key, you'll want to click the Physical Choice and then hit Next. All of your existing security keys will appear in this list.