Fingerprint ID

• Fingerprint ID

  • Fingerprint ID is biometric user verification using a stored fingerprint template.
  • On Apple devices this is known as Touch ID.

• Where It Fits

  • Used for local device unlock, payment approvals, and app-level user verification.
  • In passkey and WebAuthn sign-in, it can satisfy the local verification step for a platform authenticator.

• Related

  • Face ID
  • FIDO2
  • Passkey
  • Biometric
  • Apple