How do I use a Yubikey with my iPad

To use a Yubikey with your iPad, you can leverage the advancements in passkey technology and credential management discussed at WWDC 2024. Here are some steps and considerations based on the sessions:

1. Automatic Passkey Upgrades: Apple has introduced automatic passkey upgrades, which can simplify the sign-in process and enhance security. This feature is available on iPadOS as well. You can learn more about this in the session Streamline sign-in with passkey upgrades and credential managers.

2. Credential Managers: Ensure that your Yubikey is compatible with the credential managers supported by iPadOS. Apple has made improvements to credential managers, making it easier to manage and use passkeys. This is discussed in the session Streamline sign-in with passkey upgrades and credential managers.

3. Verification Codes: If you use your Yubikey for generating verification codes, you can integrate it with the new Passwords app on iPadOS. This app supports one-tap verification code setup, making it easier to use hardware keys like Yubikey. More details can be found in the session Streamline sign-in with passkey upgrades and credential managers.

4. Device Management: Ensure that your iPad is properly configured to support external authentication devices. The session What’s new in device management provides insights into managing devices and ensuring they are set up correctly for security features.

By following these steps and leveraging the new features introduced at WWDC 2024, you can effectively use a Yubikey with your iPad for enhanced security and streamlined sign-in experiences.