Yubico
Maker of YubiKey hardware security keys, widely used for phishing-resistant MFA and passwordless via FIDO2 / WebAuthn.
Quick answer
What is Yubico?
Short answer
Yubico designs and manufactures YubiKey hardware security keys, which are widely used as phishing-resistant MFA factors and a foundation for passwordless authentication. YubiKeys support FIDO2 / WebAuthn, U2F, smart card (PIV) and OTP modes and integrate with most major identity providers. Yubico also offers YubiEnterprise services such as subscription delivery and key management for enterprises rolling out hardware keys at scale.
- Best for
- Security-conscious organizations rolling out phishing-resistant MFA or passwordless using hardware security keys.
- When to choose
- You need phishing-resistant authentication for employees, admins or high-value customers.
- When not to choose
- You want a software-only MFA story or are not ready to manage hardware tokens.
- Related tools & categories
- MFA / PasswordlessDuo SecurityOktaRun the IAM Stack Finder
Categories
Common use cases
- Phishing-resistant MFA
- Passwordless via FIDO2 / WebAuthn
- Privileged user protection
- High-assurance customer authentication
Strengths
- Strong phishing-resistant security model
- Works with all major IdPs
- Multiple form factors (USB-A, USB-C, NFC, Lightning)
- Mature enterprise distribution program
Limitations & considerations
- Hardware cost and logistics
- Lost / replacement keys need a process
- Best paired with an IdP that supports FIDO2 properly
Pricing model summary
Hardware keys sold per unit (often $25-$70+ depending on model). YubiEnterprise Subscription bundles keys, replacements and delivery into annual per-user pricing.
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Fit
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