Which Browser Supports Apple TouchID as WebAuthN Factor
May 7, 2025
Okta Classic Engine
Multi-Factor Authentication
Okta Identity Engine
Overview
Applies To
- WebAuthN
- Touch ID
- macOS
Solution
Currently, Google Chrome and Safari (v 15.4 or later, on macOS 12.3.1 or later) support Apple Touch ID as a WebAuthN factor and can be used to log into Okta. After enrolling only in WebAuthN using Apple Touch ID, if users use browsers other than Chrome on macOS, they may get a browser pop-up asking them to insert the Security Key.
To avoid such issues, users can enroll in factors other than WebAuthn as a backup. Okta login will automatically present other factors when the Browser does not support Touch ID as a WebAuthN factor (other WebAuthN techniques can also be used, like YubiKey).
