Microsoft Entra: Updated passkey registration experience in My Sign-ins

[What and why]

We’re updating the passkey registration experience in My Sign-ins for users registering a passkey in Microsoft Authenticator. Users will see an additional checkbox and updated link text, along with steps to guide users to open Microsoft Authenticator and select the + button to begin registration. If users can’t complete registration directly in Authenticator, the updated link text will help them find the WebAuthn registration flow.

[Rollout schedule]

• General Availability (Worldwide): Beginning in mid-November 2026 and expected to complete by end-November 2027

[Impact on your organization]

Who is affected

• Users who are guided through My Sign-ins to register a passkey in Microsoft Authenticator

Platforms and services

• Microsoft Entra My Sign-ins and Microsoft Authenticator

What will happen

• Users will see an additional checkbox and updated link text during passkey registration.
• Users will see steps to open Microsoft Authenticator and select the + button to begin registration:

• If users can’t complete registration directly in Authenticator, the updated link text will help them find the WebAuthn registration flow.

[Action required and recommendations]

• Inform users about the updated UI and update your internal user guidance to reflect these changes.

[Compliance considerations]

No compliance considerations were identified. Review as appropriate for your organization.