Today, Google announced the first access key support for Android and Chrome. This first phase gives developers access to the technology through Google Play Services beta and Chrome Canary and allows them to add support for this feature to their websites and apps.

The search giant hopes to launch support for the feature later this year for stable releases, where some developers will incorporate the technology into their products. Password for the uninitiated is a new industry standard that eliminates the need for people to remember passwords for different services. They sync between password managers like Google Password Manager and work on all devices. Cloud backup helps ensure that you always have access to your accounts, even if your device is lost.

The passkey interface is similar to the autocomplete interface that Chrome mobile users are already familiar with. Using a passkey is as simple as choosing the account you want to sign in to and then using your fingerprint, face or screen lock to gain access. If you want, you can use the password on your phone to sign in to nearby devices. The website you want to log into on your computer may offer a QR code that you can scan on your phone to confirm access.

The next major milestone for Google is to bring API support to native Android apps. Developers adding support to their apps will give users the option to use their passkey or password to log in. As passkeys become more popular, there will be less need to create and remember passwords, which could result in fewer accounts being compromised by hackers.