Where would you purchase security keys? Never used them before but apple account keeps popping up with this suggestion. Anyone have experience using them? Would you recommend them to friends and family?
iPad, iPadOS 16
Compatible Security Keys can be obtained from a number of sources. Some “high-end” computer stores may sell them. Most (if not all) of the common Security Key manufacturer’s sell directly, often via their own websites. Amazon and other online retailers are also good sources.
Security Keys can provide a useful additional level of security for your AppleID account in some circumstances - however, they are not necessarily a good choice for some (if not the majority) of users. They are certainly not for everyone. Be aware that if anyone can gain access to a trusted device - and have knowledge of your device Passcode - all protections offered by Security Keys can be negated in some circumstances.
In addition to all of your own devices meeting the required minimum requirements (iOS/iPadOS 16.3 or later), your trusted nominated Recovery Contact(s) must also have suitable Apple devices - although they do not necessarily need to be using Security Keys themselves.
You should note that if your Security Keys are lost, you are entirely reliant upon your nominated Recovery Contacts to assist with recovering access to your AppleID account. By design, neither Apple nor anyone else can access or reset your account; if you lose access to your account, loss of access will be permanent - along loss of all associated data - and all Apps and subscriptions purchased from the AppleID account.
You can find a list of supported Keys here:
About Security Keys for Apple ID - Apple Support
You must also have at least two (many would recommend three) compatible Security Keys - and this alone carries a cost.
The iPad User Guide provides useful information about Security Keys and other aspects of your iPad. Here is a direct link to the relevant section of the Guide:
Use security keys to sign in to your Apple ID account on iPad - Apple Support
Compatible Security Keys can be obtained from a number of sources. Some “high-end” computer stores may sell them. Most (if not all) of the common Security Key manufacturer’s sell directly, often via their own websites. Amazon and other online retailers are also good sources.
Security Keys can provide a useful additional level of security for your AppleID account in some circumstances - however, they are not necessarily a good choice for some (if not the majority) of users. They are certainly not for everyone. Be aware that if anyone can gain access to a trusted device - and have knowledge of your device Passcode - all protections offered by Security Keys can be negated in some circumstances.
In addition to all of your own devices meeting the required minimum requirements (iOS/iPadOS 16.3 or later), your trusted nominated Recovery Contact(s) must also have suitable Apple devices - although they do not necessarily need to be using Security Keys themselves.
You should note that if your Security Keys are lost, you are entirely reliant upon your nominated Recovery Contacts to assist with recovering access to your AppleID account. By design, neither Apple nor anyone else can access or reset your account; if you lose access to your account, loss of access will be permanent - along loss of all associated data - and all Apps and subscriptions purchased from the AppleID account.
You can find a list of supported Keys here:
About Security Keys for Apple ID - Apple Support
You must also have at least two (many would recommend three) compatible Security Keys - and this alone carries a cost.
The iPad User Guide provides useful information about Security Keys and other aspects of your iPad. Here is a direct link to the relevant section of the Guide:
Use security keys to sign in to your Apple ID account on iPad - Apple Support
The related article mentioned above has some examples:
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Security Keys for Apple ID works with any FIDO® Certified security key. Some good examples include:
If you choose a different security key, you should choose security keys that are FIDO® Certified, and have a connector that works with the Apple devices that you use on a regular basis.
For a complete list of certified keys from the FIDO Alliance, visit the FIDO® Certified Showcase.
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copied from: About Security Keys for Apple ID - Apple Support
Where would you purchase security keys?
