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I updated the app but can't verify my passkey. What should I do? iOS users Android users Passkeys are stored in your Apple ID's iCloud account. You can check this in the Passwords app to see if your passkey is saved. To use your passkey, make sure you're signed in with the same Apple ID you used to create it. This feature is available only on iOS 18 or above. If your device doesn't support passkeys, update your app to version 6.111.0 or above.Published on Mar 19, 2025Updated on Mar 4, 2026FAQ119Pay Passkey FAQ
Note: You can rename or delete Passkeys. You can't delete the last remaining Passkey.FAQ1. What system versions are supported by Pay Passkey? Recommended: iOS 16+ and Android 9+. Android devices must be able to log into Google services.2. How do Pay Passkeys differ from exchange Passkeys? They're two completely independent Passkey systems. You may have an exchange Passkey for exchange logging in and trading, but a separate Pay Passkey must be created for their Pay account.Published on Apr 28, 2025Updated on Apr 16, 2026FAQ185Pay passkey setup FAQ
What's a passkey? A passkey is a secure login method that uses your device’s biometric authentication (Face ID, Touch ID, or screen lock) instead of passwords. Pay requires passkeys to ensure fast and secure onboarding.Why can’t I continue with Pay signup? If your device’s built-in password manager isn’t installed or activated, the passkey prompt cannot appear—blocking the signup process.Published on Dec 18, 2025Updated on Apr 17, 2026FAQHow do I create passkeys? (app)
What are passkeys? We now support Fast Identity Online (FIDO) passkeys as a two-factor authentication method. Passkeys allow you to enjoy password-free login without the need for verification codes while being the most secure option to protect your account. Once the passkey feature is activated, at least one passkey must always remain linked to the account. You can reset the existing passkey or add a new one before removing any passkeys you no longer wish to keep.Published on Aug 16, 2023Updated on Apr 10, 2026FAQ13,028How do I create passkeys? (web)
Using different browsers will lead to a slightly different user experience.Rename passkey You can go to Profile > Security > Authentication methods > Passkeys > Manage to rename your passkey to help you identify it easily. Select Rename to rename your passkey Note: changing the passkey name will only affect the OKX passkey management page.Published on Aug 16, 2023Updated on Jan 29, 2026FAQ4,264How to fix Pay passkey error on Android devices
Go to Google Password Manager Find the passkey(s) for OKX Pay with the prefix "OKX Pay (Date)" and delete it. Find the passkey(s) Delete the passkey(s) Once deleted, return to the OKX Pay app. You will be prompted to create a new Pay passkey. After creating the new Pay Passkey, reach out to Customer Support and request a Pay Passkey reset for your account. This ensures your new Pay Passkey is fully activated and ready to use for Pay mode transactions.Published on Dec 8, 2025Updated on Apr 17, 2026FAQ33How to fix passkey error 50162 on Android devices
Find the passkey(s) Delete the passkey(s) Important note: if you also use OKX Pay, and the OKX Pay passkey works normally, do not delete the passkey labeled "OKX Pay," otherwise you may not be able to use OKX Pay. Return to OKX app and use your account normally. Optional: you can add or create a new passkey again after the deletionPublished on Dec 8, 2025Updated on Dec 26, 2025FAQ1,955How do I fix common issues with DEX trading wallet passkeys?
Can I use my passkey on multiple devices? If syncing doesn't work, you'll need to scan a QR code with your old device to authorize, or recover your passkey via email.6. What's the difference between DEX trading wallet passkeys and passkeys for Exchange or Pay? The DEX trading wallet and Exchange share the same passkey. To use it in DEX, you'll need to authorize it on Exchange first. The Pay passkey is separate and doesn't affect your DEX or Exchange passkeys.7.Published on Jan 29, 2026Updated on Jan 29, 2026FAQHow do I activate my Pay?
These are two distinct and independent passkey systems. If you’ve previously set up a passkey for exchange account login or transaction verification, you’ll still need to create a separate passkey for Pay. The Pay passkey is solely used for signing transactions within the Pay environment.Why is using a third-party passkey manager not recommended? Third-party passkey management apps sometimes lack the advanced risk reminder and safeguards needed for secure passkey operations.Published on May 2, 2025Updated on Apr 17, 2026FAQ4,951How do I create a DEX trading wallet?
Activation complete: once the wallet is created successfully, you can start trading on supported chains.How do I manage the Passkey for my DEX trading wallet? Go to the User Center in the top Menu > Security Settings > Passkeys > DEX. Note: You can rename or delete Passkeys in this section. If only one Passkey remains, it cannot be deleted.What important item I should take note of? Your Passkey is the only credential for recovering your wallet and signing transactions.Published on Jan 29, 2026Updated on Jan 29, 2026FAQ1CeDeFi Trading FAQ
You can find more information here in the In-App Wallet Terms of Service and Risk Disclosures.What's a passkey wallet? A passkey wallet is a self‑custodial crypto wallet that replaces seed phrases with device‑level credentials (passkeys) protected by your biometric or device PIN. There's no Multi-Party-Computation and no multisig behind passkey wallets as you alone control all authorizations. For security and compatibility reasons, importing external wallets isn't supported.Published on Jan 29, 2026Updated on Jan 29, 2026FAQ5OKX Launches CeDeFi Boost event, featuring Midnight and 120,000,000 NIGHT tokens.
Each of OKX Passkey Wallet and the Organiser reserves the right to exclude any user or wallet address from participating in this Campaign.Published on Dec 8, 2025Updated on Dec 22, 2025AnnouncementsHow do I use a physical security key to protect my account?
Here's how to set it up: Go to okx.com, open the menu, and select Profile & Settings Navigate to Security Center > Passkey > Add Passkey > Use other equipment or external key Follow the prompts to confirm your PIN and complete the binding process Once set up, your hardware key can be used for secure logins, withdrawals, and other sensitive operations.2.Published on Jan 10, 2025Updated on Feb 12, 2026FAQ18,246Pay FAQ
Changing devices: If you switch to a new device, as long as your new device (with the same Google or Apple ID) supports passkeys and you sign in with your existing account, you can continue using your passkey normally. This is because passkeys are stored in the cloud (such as Google Password Manager or iCloud Keychain), not on a single device.Switching from Android to iPhone: When using a passkey across different systems, you can complete verification by scanning a QR code.Published on Apr 28, 2025Updated on Apr 18, 2026FAQ2,103How do I secure my account after detecting unusual activity?
: Open the OKX App > Select Menu Go to Profile and Settings > Select Security > Enter the Security Center Select Security on the user center page Select Passkeys Check if there are any Passkeys you didn’t create.Published on Mar 21, 2025Updated on Feb 12, 2026FAQ33