VK announced the start of testing the OnePass function for password-free authorization in the VKontakte social network, as well as VK and partner services. Users will be able to log into the VK ID account using the authorization technologies built into the devices — for example, using a fingerprint scan or a facial recognition system.
The developers note that data processing takes place on the device itself, so they are not transmitted to VK services. Everything works on the basis of passkeys electronic keys, which use the WebAuthn password-free authorization standard.
Passkeys allow you to sync all devices linked to the same account (for example, Apple ID). This simplifies authorization on multiple platforms at the same time and helps to quickly restore the account in case of loss of access to the main device.
WebAuthn will also allow you to use external devices to confirm login. For example, an electronic USB key can be used for authorization on a PC.
OnePass is already available to some VKontakte users as part of the test. A public launch for the entire audience is planned for a couple of months, until the end of summer.
