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FAQs
What is a USB security key? A USB security key plugs into your computer's USB port and functions as an extra layer of security that's used in Online Banking to increase limits for certain transfer types.
Can you make a security key from a USB stick? ›
To set up a USB security key, you need a USB drive and a USB security key app. You install the app on your computer, set it up, and then use it to create your USB security key.
What happens if you lose your USB security key? ›
What happens if I lose it? When you set up your security key, you also set up backup methods you can use in case you lose your key. These include an authenticator app that lives on your phone, and a set of printed one-time recovery codes.
Are USB security keys worth it? ›
A couple of advantages of using security keys are they use very strong encryption and require no cellular or Internet connection to work. They're using small very durable devices that can live on our keychain and are easy to use, once you've set them up on your computing device.
Why do I need a security key? ›
Security keys can help prevent data breaches by adding an extra layer of authentication while reducing the risk of unauthorized access to sensitive accounts and systems.
Are USB keys safe? ›
Malicious software can easily be transferred between devices, putting your devices at risk. USB drives can pick up an infection from one device and spread it to another without you realising. Cyber criminals are continually finding new ways to access your data.
How does a USB key work? ›
The chip inside contains a grid of transistors acting like tiny switches. All data is reduced to binary 1s and 0s and one of these values is stored at each point in the memory. To store a '1', the transistor in the relevant location is switched on, allowing charge to flow through it.
Can security keys be duplicated? ›
High security keys are designed to be exceptionally difficult or nearly impossible to duplicate without proper authorization. They are meant to work with locks that offer resistance to picking, bumping, or other forms of unauthorized entry.
How do I get a copy of my security key? ›
If you need a replacement safe key a expert in key cutting can cut and copy a new key. Due to the nature of safe keys they need to be cut by a professional locksmith. Some types of safe keys can take up to 1 hour to cut and copy.
What if someone steals my YubiKey? ›
So, what happens if you lose your YubiKey? In that case, you can still use your Authenticator app (phew!). While you can't create a backup YubiKey, you can always contact Yubico to get a replacement key.
YubiKeys can be damaged or lost, without the possibility of recovery. This is why you need an alternative second factor when authenticating.
How to use a USB as a security key? ›
Open the Windows Settings app, select Accounts, select Sign-in options, select Security Key, and then select Manage. Insert your security key into the USB port or tap your NFC reader to verify your identity. Follow the on-screen instructions, based on your specific security key manufacturer.
Where can I copy a security key? ›
From everyday house keys to specialised security keys, Timpson is the number one place for replacements and copies. Your local store can cut most keys in just a few minutes!
How do I access my USB key? ›
Your computer should open your USB flash drive's contents as soon as you plug it in and the computer discovers it. If you're using a Mac, double-click the drive on your screen to see your flash drive's contents. If you're using Windows, go to "File Explorer" and click your drive's name in the panel on the left.
What is the purpose of a USB key? ›
A receiver, transmitter or transceiver for wireless signals that plugs into a USB port on the computer. Including a built-in antenna, it is used to communicate with wireless mice, keyboards, media hubs and other devices.
What is Amazon USB security key? ›
The Security Key by Yubico combines hardware-based authentication, public key cryptography, and the U2F and FIDO2 protocols to eliminate account takeovers.
