Microsoft Entra ID Adds Passkey (FIDO2) Support in Public Preview

Microsoft has announced a significant update to its identity platform, Microsoft Entra ID, with the introduction of expanded passkey (FIDO2) support in public preview.

Set to roll out globally from mid-October to mid-November 2025, this enhancement marks a major step in Microsoft’s ongoing push toward passwordless authentication and improved enterprise security, as per a report by .

What’s New: Group-Based Passkey Profiles

The upcoming update will allow IT administrators to configure passkey authentication policies at a granular, group-based level.

This means organizations can tailor which user groups are permitted to use specific FIDO2 security key models or leverage passkeys stored in Microsoft Authenticator, providing unprecedented flexibility and control over authentication methods.

For example, one department could be restricted to using only company-issued hardware keys, while another could use device-bound passkeys on mobile devices.

These new settings will be accessible via the Microsoft 365 admin ...