How to Set Up a Passkey for a New OKX Account?
Setting up a Passkey for a new account essentially binds a "device-level biometric lock" to your OKX account, allowing you to log in and verify transactions password-free using your fingerprint or face — it does not mean registering a separate standalone account. Below, we walk through what to prepare before enabling it, the specific setup steps, and some key operational limitations.
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1. Prerequisites Before Setting Up a Passkey
Before you begin, make sure your device and account meet the following requirements:
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Device requirements:
iOS devices: iOS 16.0 or later, with an iCloud account signed in and "iCloud Passwords & Keychain" enabled.
Android devices: Android 7.0 or later, with access to Google services (Google Play services) and a Google account signed in.
Desktop (web version): Operating system Windows 10 / macOS Ventura or later, browser must be Chrome 109, Safari 16, or Edge 109 or above.
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Account requirements:
You have completed OKX account registration and are logged in.
It is recommended to complete basic identity verification (KYC) first. While not mandatory, setting up a Passkey is smoother after identity verification.
2. Specific Setup Steps (App)
Here is the standard process for setting up a Passkey in the OKX App:
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Enter Security Settings
Open the OKX App and tap the avatar or profile icon in the top left corner to enter [User Center] or [Profile and Settings].
Find and tap [Security Center].
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Enable Passkey
On the Security Center page, find the [Passkey] option and tap [Enable] or [Set Up].
The system will ask you to complete your current account's security verification (such as SMS code, email code, or Google Authenticator) to confirm it is you making the change.
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Choose a Creation Method After completing identity verification, you can create a Passkey using one of the following methods:
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Method 1: Create on This Device (Recommended)
Select "This Device" and tap [Continue].
The system will invoke your device's biometric feature (iPhone Face ID/Touch ID, Android fingerprint/face). Follow the prompts to complete verification.
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Method 2: Use Another Device or a Physical Security Key
Another mobile device: Select "Other Device", scan the QR code on the screen with another phone or tablet, and complete verification on that device.
USB security key: Select "USB Security Key" (iOS or desktop only), insert a FIDO2-compatible USB key into your device, and follow the prompts.
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Name and Finish After successful creation, you can assign a name to the Passkey for easier management later (e.g., "Main Phone"). You can view the list of bound keys on the "Security Center > Passkey" page.
Prerequisites
Your device's OS version and browser version meet the requirements listed above.
You have completed identity verification (a verification code is required during the security verification step).
Common Reasons for Failure
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Device not supported or does not meet the OS version requirement: If your iOS version is below 16.0, Android is below 7.0, or you are not signed into a cloud service (iCloud/Google), the system may not even show the Passkey creation option.
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iPhone missing the "Passwords" app or iCloud Keychain not enabled: iOS relies on the built-in "Passwords" app to manage passkeys. If this app has been deleted or iCloud Keychain is not enabled, the Passkey feature will be unavailable.
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Android's default autofill service is not set to Google: Some Android phones may default to the manufacturer's own password manager (such as Samsung Pass). You need to set the autofill service to Google in your system "Settings", otherwise Passkey creation may fail.
Risk Reminders
Keep at least one Passkey: OKX requires at least one valid Passkey to remain in your account; you cannot delete the last one.
Resetting or deleting a Passkey may trigger a 24-hour withdrawal restriction: If you reset or delete a Passkey, it may trigger the platform's risk control, and your account will have withdrawals and C2C selling disabled for 24 hours.
Passkeys are bound to your account, not your device: Passkeys sync via iCloud or your Google account, but a new device may require additional verification or re-creation when used for the first time.
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FAQ
Q: What is the difference between a Passkey and Google Authenticator? A: A Passkey is a passwordless login method based on the FIDO standard, using biometrics (fingerprint/face) for verification; Google Authenticator is a time-based one-time dynamic verification code (TOTP) that refreshes every 30 seconds. The two are independent security verification methods and can be enabled simultaneously.
Q: Can one OKX account bind multiple Passkeys? A: Yes. One account supports up to 10 Passkeys. You can bind multiple devices or multiple security keys for convenient login across different devices.
Q: After setting up a Passkey, do I still need to enter a password? A: You can choose to use a Passkey for password-free login. However, for high-risk operations such as withdrawals and modifying security settings, the system may still require you to undergo secondary confirmation via other verification methods (such as SMS, email, or Google Authenticator).
Final confirmation step:
Open the OKX App and go to [Security Center] → [Passkey]. If the list shows a record (e.g., "iPhone" or the name you assigned) with the status "Enabled", the setup was successful. You can log out, then on the login page tap "Log in with Passkey" to test — if fingerprint or face recognition passes smoothly, you are all set.
