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January 22, 2023 3 min read
Beginning with iOS 16.3, iPadOS 16.3, and macOS 13.2, Apple has introduced three advanced security features focused on protecting against threats to user data in the cloud, representing the next step in its ongoing effort to provide users with even stronger ways to protect their data.
Since 2015, Apple has supported two factor authentication when logging into an Apple ID account. With the release of iOS 16.3, iPadOS 16.3 and macOS 13.2, users will have the option to use a YubiKey to login (via NFC or inserting the YubiKey).
For users who opt in, Security Keys strengthens Apple’s two-factor authentication by requiring a hardware security key as one of the two factors when signing into a new device. This takes two-factor authentication even further, preventing even an advanced attacker from obtaining a user’s second factor in a phishing scam.
You will need to run a specific version of Apple software to setup YubiKeys.
YubiKeys are available at Trust Panda (Official Yubico Gold Certified Ecommerce Partner) and are dispatched daily from our warehouse in Sydney, Australia.
Apple requires that you have two (2) physical YubiKeys - this ensures you can always sign in to your account, even if you lose one. You can add up to six (6) physical YubiKeys to your Apple ID.
Devices you own | Examples |
Mac (with USB-A) [Older Macs] | YubiKey 5 NFC |
Mac (with USB-C) | YubiKey 5C NFC |
Mac (with USB-C) and iPhone (with NFC) | YubiKey 5C NFC |
iPhone (with NFC) | YubiKey 5C NFC |
iPhone (without NFC) | YubiKey 5Ci |
iPad | YubiKey 5Ci |
iPad Pro | YubiKey 5Ci* |
Mac, iPhone and iPad | YubiKey 5Ci |
* iPad Pro Users - please read Yubico KB.
Note: the YubiKey 5Ci does not have NFC and will require you to insert the key into your Apple devices.
Apple requires two (2) physical YubiKeys to enrol. You should store your YubiKeys separately and in a safe place. If you lose your YubiKey, Apple will not be able to help you access your account. There is no recovery method if you lose both of your YubiKeys.
If you're travelling, you might want to leave one of your YubiKeys at home.
You sure can! Check out the Works with YubiKey Catalogue.
Yes. You do not need a different YubiKey when using it across different operating systems across different applications. (Note: You can't sign into iCloud for Windows when using a YubiKey).
iOS 16.3, iPadOS 16.3, and macOS 13.2 are now available for download. Apple released these versions on 24 January 2023.
There are certain requirements (such as minimum operating system) that need to be met. You can learn more by visiting:
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