Microsoft Entra ID
AuthenticationMicrosoft Entra: Updated passkey registration experience in My Sign-ins
In brief
Microsoft Entra updates the passkey registration in My Sign-ins for Microsoft Authenticator users, adding a checkbox, updated link text, and guided steps to start registration. If direct registration fails, users are directed to WebAuthn flow. Rollout is mid-November 2026 to end-November 2027. Inform users accordingly.
Message Center announcement
What and why
We’re updating the passkey registration experience in My Sign-ins for users registering a passkey in Microsoft Authenticator. Users will see an additional checkbox and updated link text, along with steps to guide users to open Microsoft Authenticator and select the + button to begin registration. If users can’t complete registration directly in Authenticator, the updated link text will help them find the WebAuthn registration flow.
Rollout schedule
- General Availability (Worldwide): Beginning in mid-November 2026 and expected to complete by end-November 2027
Impact on your organization
Who is affected
- Users who are guided through My Sign-ins to register a passkey in Microsoft Authenticator
Platforms and services
- Microsoft Entra My Sign-ins and Microsoft Authenticator
What will happen
- Users will see an additional checkbox and updated link text during passkey registration.
- Users will see steps to open Microsoft Authenticator and select the + button to begin registration:
- If users can’t complete registration directly in Authenticator, the updated link text will help them find the WebAuthn registration flow.
Action required and recommendations
- Inform users about the updated UI and update your internal user guidance to reflect these changes.
Compliance considerations
No compliance considerations were identified. Review as appropriate for your organization.