Brand | Yubico |
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Item model number | Y-255 |
Hardware Platform | PC, Mac |
Item Weight | 0.176 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 1.77 x 0.71 x 0.12 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1.77 x 0.71 x 0.12 inches |
Color | Blue |
Manufacturer | Yubico |
ASIN | B07BYSB7FK |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 10, 2018 |
Yubico Security Key - Two Factor Authentication USB Security Key, Fits USB-A Ports - Protect Your Online Accounts with More Than a Password, FIDO Certified USB Password Key
Purchase options and add-ons
Brand | Yubico |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Special Feature | Water Resistant |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Color | Blue |
About this item
- SECURITY KEY: Protect your online accounts against unauthorized access by using 2 factor authentication with the Yubico Security Key. It's the world's most protective USB security key that works with more online services/apps than any other.
- FIDO: The Yubico Security Key is FIDO certified and works with Google Chrome and any FIDO-compliant application on Windows, Mac OS or Linux. Secure your login and protect your Gmail, Facebook, Dropbox, Outlook, Dashlane, 1Password, accounts and more. This key will not work with LastPass; upgrade to any YubiKey 5 for LastPass.
- FITS USB-A PORTS: Once registered, each service will request you to insert the Yubico PC Security Key into a USB-A port and tap the gold contact to gain access.
- DURABLE AND SECURE: Extremely secure and durable, the Security Key is tamper resistant, water resistant, and crush resistant. They are designed to protect your online accounts from phishing and account takeovers. Proudly made in the USA.
- MULTI-PROTOCOL SUPPORT: The Security Key USB authenticator has multi-protocol support including FIDO2 and FIDO U2F to give you strong hardware-based authentication.
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Product Description
The Security Key by Yubico combines hardware-based authentication, public key cryptography, and the U2F and FIDO2 protocols to eliminate account takeovers. It provides the strongest level of authentication to Twitter, Facebook, Gmail, GitHub, Dropbox, Salesforce, Duo, Centrify and hundreds more U2F and FIDO2 compatible services.
No additional software is required and authentication is easy, fast, and reliable. Simply insert the Security Key into a USB-A slot and authenticate with a simple touch.
It is strong first or second factor authentication that does not require a battery nor network connectivity so it is always on and accessible.
*LastPass users please note you will need a YubiKey 5 Series key. The Security Key by Yubico does not work with LastPass.
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PortableEasily fits on your keychain and requires no battery or network connectivity. |
DurableWater and crush resistant - made from reinforced fiberglass material hermetically sealed and injection molded. |
It just fitsPlug Security Key by Yubico into a computer's USB-A port and tap the gold circle to activate. It also works with varying USB adapters. |
EasyOnce registered, simply insert and tap your key to authenticate. No software required. |
Protect your accounts
Strong authentication to Twitter, Facebook, Gmail, Dropbox, and hundreds more U2F and FIDO2 compatible services.
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USB Port Type | USB-A | USB-A | USB-A | USB-A | USB-C | USB-C |
Form Factor | Keychain | Keychain | Keychain | Stays in port | Keychain | Stays in port |
Mobile Authentication via NFC | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
Water and Crush Resistant | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Works with Google Accounts | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Works with Microsoft accounts | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Works with LastPass | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Works with 1Password, and Keeper | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
FIDO U2F / FIDO2 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
TOTP / HOTP / PIV / PGP | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Value for money | 3.8 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
Easy to use | 3.8 | 3.7 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
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Sold By | Amazon Global Store UK | Amazon.com | Yubico Inc. | Yubico Inc. | Amazon.com | Yubico Inc. |
memory capacity | 0 MB | 0 MB | 0 MB | 0 MB | 0 MB | 0 GB |
read speed | — | 480 bytes per second | 50 megabytes per second | — | 480 bytes per second | — |
hardware interface | usb | usb | usb c | usb2.0 | usb | usb |
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Best Sellers Rank | #3,906 in USB Flash Drives |
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Customers like the security and quality of the flash drive. For example, they say it's a good product for keeping your passwords safe and that it works as advertised. Customers are also impresseded with the value. Opinions are mixed on performance, ease of setup, and durability.
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Customers like the security of the flash drive. They mention that it provides great protection, and is worth their security. Some say that it helps keep them safe online, and that it makes for good backup keys.
"...request a text message and using local 2-step authentication makes security much easier...." Read more
""As an IT professional, I must say that this device is really good for security issues and keeping your passwords safe."" Read more
"It works as well as advertised and provides the level of security necessary to protect my accounts. Easy to install...." Read more
"...It will help keep you safe online." Read more
Customers like the quality of the flash drive. They mention that it's a fabulous product, easy to use, and small. Customers also say that the overall product and idea is good.
"Amazing product and good value." Read more
"The overall product and idea is good, but this is the old version which really shouldn't even be sold anymore...." Read more
"Very happy with my purchase. The key works as advertised. Great product to use when developing U2F enabled servers...." Read more
"Fabulous product, better security. Wished I'd learned about it sooner. Always with me now." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the flash drive. They say it's a nice tool and economic. Customers also mention that it'll be a good product for anyone looking for a first security key.
"...It seems durable, and the price was right. We will see how it holds up over time.Best regards." Read more
"...For now it's computers only.Well worth the $$" Read more
"Amazing product and good value." Read more
"Good value and once you set it up with the various services (Google, Facebook, Dropbox, etc.), it's fast, easy and reliable...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the speed of the flash drive. They mention that it's fast, easy, and reliable. Some are impressed with the quick delivery and say that it saves them time and frustration.
"...it's fast, easy and reliable. The only caveat would be the need for an adapter (not included) for machines that only have USB-C ports." Read more
"This key is sooooo much quicker than having to use my phone for duo authentication! I wish I had done this ages ago." Read more
"...Identification is done! Really quick and easy!" Read more
"...I was impressed with the quick delivery." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the flash drive. Some mention that it works great, while others say that it didn't work. Some customers also say that the product didn''t even work with Windows 10. Overall, opinions are mixed, and it's recommended to read the reviews carefully before making a purchase.
"- Works flawlessly for in web browser access to GMAIL and GITHUB on Ubuntu and Windows XP.-..." Read more
"...YubiKey 5 with NFC supports all the needed 2FA protocols, and works with your phone if you have NFC...." Read more
"...or so and it worked for 2 to 3 days and then the fourth day, it stopped totally first thing in the morning...." Read more
"...Once I finally got it set up it works great...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of setup. Some mention that the device is simple to use and convenient. They say it requires minimal setup on Firefox. However, others say that the setup process was useless and frustrating. They also mention that there is no documentation on how to use the device.
"...The ability to use this device across platforms is what makes it so convenient...." Read more
"...It was very frustrating...." Read more
"...Supported out of the box on Chrome and only requires minimal setup on Firefox..." Read more
"🤗It is easy to use🚿🚰🌊💧It is water proof you can keep it in your key chain🚿🚰🌊💧🤩 You will always need 2 of these!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the durability of the flash drive. Some mention it's durable, reliable, and invincible. However, others say that it fell apart off their keychains in under 4 months.
"...It seems durable, and the price was right. We will see how it holds up over time.Best regards." Read more
"...Easy to install. It's quite small and a bit fragile so I don't leave it hooked up to my laptop when not in use." Read more
"...YubiCo delivers again with rock steady performance and construction that is second to none." Read more
"Function is as expected after a day of use. Durability is in question after visible scratching from attaching my lanyard...." Read more
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- Don't forget to configure text message second factor in GMAIL as alternative method in case you need access from your phone as well. Or go with NFC model.
- Buy two and keep second key at home as recovery option in case you lost first one!
- BTW both Chrome and Firefox have build-in password managers that use this key as second factor. Very happy!
I wish banks begin adoption of this authentication instead of silly passwords for online access.
The YubiKey solves that problem, and the YubiKey 5 with NFC supports all the needed 2FA protocols, and works with your phone if you have NFC. I've carried an older model on my key ring for nearly 10 years with no problems. However, if you tend to lose keys, buy two, register them both, and keep one in a safe place at home!
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2021
I would recommend you purchase two of these in the event you lose one in order not to lose access to your accounts. You can register multiple keys at almost all websites and keep the backup key in a safe or other secure place.
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Works great.
TIP:
In case someone have trouble adding any Yubikey security key to whatever site you are trying to add from a computer, here is something you can try.
It took me a while to figure it out that when using a USB port on my monitor, at least with my monitor. I was NOT able to add the security key because system/site would not recognize when I press the button. But once it is setup, USB port on monitor is perfectly fine for pressing button to authenticate.
Very simply, try different USB port! In my case, every USB port from my computer worked, external powered USB hub worked. Even tho USB ports on my monitor should technically be powered? May be it isn't wired to be powered. Try without any sort of extension cable as well.
BUT DELIVERY WAS TOO LATE:(
A VERY HAPPY PURCHASE.THANKS FOR THIS AWESOME SECURITY KEY :)
Reviewed in India on August 3, 2020
BUT DELIVERY WAS TOO LATE:(
A VERY HAPPY PURCHASE.THANKS FOR THIS AWESOME SECURITY KEY :)
Consiglio di averne 2: uno per backup.