The YubiKey 5NFC is named ‘The all-round best security key’ for 2021 by @techradar!!!
(AND….the YubiKey 5C is #3, the 5 nano #5, the 5Ci #8!)
The best security keys offer a whole new level of security for your personal or business devices, bringing physical two-factor authentication (or 2FA) protection that can lock down your device.
You’ve probably seen standard software-based 2FA systems that send you a text message or email to confirm your identity. While these are fine (and better than no 2FA system), physical hardware-based security keys, like the ones featured here, are so much better.
Once inserted into a computer or mobile device grants the user instant access to services using a button or keypad – and this can offer a higher grade of security without waiting for a code to be beamed to a device.
Security keys are based on the FIDO U2F Open authentication standard. They’re inexpensive and available in a variety of connection types and standards including USB-A and USB-C, in addition to Bluetooth and NFC. Developed by Google and security company Yubico, U2F today protects a number of recognisable internet companies – including Facebook, Gmail, Dropbox. Github and Salesforce.com, in addition to the UK government.
While they’re undoubtedly dependable, not all security keys are created equal.
To read TECHRADAR’s entire article – click here
To buy your own YubiKey 5NFC – the best Security Key of 2021 – in South Africa – click here