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How should customer support be integrated to assist users with passkey-related issues?

Vincent Delitz

Vincent

Created: January 8, 2025

Updated: January 9, 2025

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Integrating customer support into your passkey implementation is essential to ensure a smooth user experience and build trust. Here’s how you can achieve this:

passkeys customer support integration

1. Self-Help Resources#

  • Documentation: Provide comprehensive guides, FAQs, and tutorials to help users set up and manage passkeys.
  • Interactive Tools: Use tools like troubleshooting wizards or chatbots to enable users to resolve common issues independently.

2. Accessible Support Channels#

  • Support Options: Offer multiple channels for assistance, such as email, live chat, or phone support.
  • Efficient Resolution: Ensure customer support agents are trained to handle passkey-related queries, including setup issues, authentication failures, and MFA resets.

3. Advanced Support for Technical Issues#

  • Technical Logs: Provide detailed logs, including error codes and device details, to support teams for diagnosing complex problems.
  • Role-Based Access Control: Ensure sensitive actions, like passkey revocation, are restricted to authorized personnel only.
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4. Integration with Customer Support Systems#

  • System Compatibility: Embed passkey management features into existing tools (e.g., Zendesk, Salesforce) for seamless support.
  • Automation: Implement automated processes for resetting passkeys or modifying MFA settings to reduce manual workload.

5. User-Centric Support Design#

  • MFA Status Management: Allow support agents to view and adjust a user’s MFA settings and passkey status.
  • Proactive Assistance: Monitor for common issues and provide targeted help or notifications.

By implementing a structured support strategy that includes self-help resources, trained support agents, and robust technical tools, you can assist users effectively while maintaining high security standards.

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