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Created: January 8, 2025
Updated: April 23, 2025
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WebViews, often used in mobile apps to render web content, present unique challenges when implementing passkeys. These challenges stem from limited support for WebAuthn features within many WebView environments.
WebView capabilities vary by platform and version:
If passkeys don’t work within WebViews, users may need to switch to an external browser or app for authentication, disrupting the login flow. Usually, the best passkey UX can be achieved when using the native implementation of passkeys in the respective iOS or Android app development framework (e.g. Kotlin, Swift)
Fallback Options:
Encourage Native Implementation: Where possible, use native app components for passkey functionality instead of relying on WebViews.
Work with Vendors: Collaborate with WebView and platform providers to advocate for better WebAuthn support in future updates.
WebViews pose significant challenges for passkeys due to limited WebAuthn support and security constraints. By understanding these limitations and implementing strategies like fallback options and native app components, you can ensure a smoother passkey rollout.
Explore our comprehensive guide to assess passkey-readiness in enterprise systems, improving security, user experience, and reducing SMS OTP costs.
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