FIDO Means Fast IDentity Online
FIDO is what's called a “standard.” Like WiFi, or Bluetooth. It is built into your web browser, operating systems like Windows and Mac, and your devices, including your smartphone, desktop or laptop computer, tablet, or smartwatch. FIDO makes logging in to your online accounts much easier, while keeping your login info safe from hackers and trackers.

How FIDO Works
FIDO lets you use whatever technology you use to unlock your device, or a FIDO security key, to login!
Register
Once a website has turned on FIDO, you'll have the option to register for a faster and safer way to log in. This option may be presented as a pop up or within the website's security settings.
Registering for FIDO is easy, just follow the directions from the website.





You'll be prompted by your operating system to use FIDO Device Unlock, the same method you use to unlock your device (like a fingerprint, face scan, or PIN) or a FIDO Security Key:
Now you're registered to login with FIDO! Not sure if you're set up for FIDO Device Unlock or FIDO Security Keys? Check out the FAQ to get started.

A better login experience
Next time you visit the website, you'll have the option to log in with FIDO.
Press sign in, verify it's you the same way that you registered and that's it—you're logged in. FIDO allows the website to validate that it's really you logging in and doesn't transmit any of your login information over the internet. Easy, safe and private!
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FAQ's
You'll need to set this up within your operating system.
On PCs, you'll need Windows 10 and to set up Windows Hello. On your Windows 10 PC, go to systems settings/sign in options. Here you'll see options to enroll face, fingerprint, PIN and security key. Simply follow the instructions to set up your method and you'll be good to go!
On your Mac, On your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Touch ID. Click “Add Fingerprint,” enter your password, then follow the onscreen instructions. You can add up to three fingerprints to your user account (your Mac can store up to five fingerprints total).
On Android, Tap the Settings icon on your Android device and tap Lock screen and security. Scroll down and tap Screen lock type. Add your fingerprint — follow the instructions on your screen and go through the wizard. You'll be prompted to lift and rest your finger on the home button several times.
On iPhone, set up FaceID or TouchID
That's right! FIDO is built into the operating system to ensure simple, secure and private logins.
FIDO is a very secure way to log in, because none of your login information is being transmitted over the internet.
The secret is something called public key cryptography, technology keeps login information securely on your device. Nowhere else. The website knows for sure that it is YOU logging in, not a cybercriminal, and only to the correct website. Think of it as a virtual lock and key. A FIDO-secured website has a special lock; your device has the special key that unlocks it.
