Microsoft is phasing out passwords soon – here's why passkeys are replacing them and what to do next

Microsoft is officially phasing out saved passwords in its Authenticator app. From August 2025, the app will no longer support autofill or password storage. Instead, users will need replace saved passwords with passkeys – a new, safer login method that’s tied to your device and biometric ID.

It’s the latest move in Microsoft’s ongoing push to leave passwords behind. Last year, the tech giant reportedly detected 7,000 password attacks per second. With cyberattacks on the rise and user credentials at risk, Microsoft sees passkeys as central to a more secure future.

But what are passkeys and why are they safer than passwords? And how long do you have until Microsoft Authenticator forgets your passwords for good? We’ve broken down everything you need to know right here.