What are objectives of user acceptance tests for passkeys?

Vincent Delitz

Vincent

Created: January 8, 2025

Updated: April 19, 2025

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What Are the Objectives of User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for Passkeys?#

User acceptance testing (UAT) is essential for ensuring that a passkey system meets end-user expectations and is ready for deployment. Here are the primary objectives of UAT for passkeys:

user acceptance testing passkeys objectives

1. Validate Functionality#

  • Real-World Scenarios: Test passkey registration, authentication, and management under realistic conditions.
  • Error Handling: Ensure users receive clear and helpful feedback during failed authentication or registration attempts.

2. Ensure Usability#

  • Ease of Use: Confirm that the passkey workflows are intuitive and user-friendly.
  • Accessibility Compliance: Verify the system supports users with disabilities by adhering to accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG).

3. Test Cross-Device Compatibility#

  • Device Interoperability: Validate that passkeys work seamlessly across different devices and operating systems.
  • Cross-Platform Flows: Check that users can authenticate with a passkey created on one device and used on another.
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4. Identify Usability Gaps#

  • User Feedback: Gather insights on areas where users face challenges or confusion.
  • Refinement Opportunities: Highlight improvements needed in UI/UX for a smoother user experience.

5. Simulate Deployment Readiness#

  • Edge Cases: Test rare or complex scenarios, such as users abandoning registration mid-process or switching devices during authentication.
  • Workflow Validation: Ensure all steps in the passkey lifecycle are logical and efficient.

By focusing on these objectives, UAT ensures the passkey system is fully functional, user-friendly, and prepared for enterprise-scale deployment.

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