check before: 2026-04-01
Product:
Entra
Platform:
Online, US Instances, World tenant
Status:
Rolling out
Change type:
Admin impact, New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
Microsoft has decided to delay the rollout of Passkeys (FIDO2) support in Microsoft Registration Campaigns initially planned for April 2026. When implemented, it will enable admins to nudge MFA-capable users to register Passkeys, changing default settings and targeting. Organizations should review configurations and prepare accordingly.
Details:
Updated April 9, 2026: After further review, we have decided not to move forward with this change at this time. We will communicate via a new Message center post when we are ready to proceed. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
[Introduction]
As previously announced in MC1221452, Microsoft Registration Campaigns will support Passkeys (FIDO2) as an additional authentication method starting in early April 2026. This update helps organizations accelerate adoption of phishing‑resistant credentials by allowing administrators to opt users into Passkeys and deliver Passkey registration nudges during sign‑in.
[When this will happen]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in early April 2026 and expect to complete in late May 2026.
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Created:
2026-03-17
updated:
2026-04-10
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Passkey Registration Nudges
Users may receive unexpected Passkey registration nudges at sign-in, leading to confusion and potential login issues if they are not prepared for the change.
- roles: End Users, Helpdesk Support
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/entra/identity/authentication/how-to-authentication-passkey-profiles
Authentication Method Configuration Changes
Changes to authentication method settings may result in users being unable to use their preferred MFA methods, leading to frustration and increased support requests.
- roles: IT Administrators, End Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/entra/identity/authentication/how-to-authentication-passkey-profiles
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-04-10 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact, Admin impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact, Admin impact |
| 2026-04-10 | MC Summary | Starting April 2026, Microsoft Registration Campaigns will support Passkeys (FIDO2) as an additional authentication method, enabling phishing-resistant credentials. Eligible Microsoft 365 tenants can opt users into Passkey registration nudges during sign-in. Changes will roll out gradually, affecting MFA-capable users with specific policy settings. | Microsoft has decided to delay the rollout of Passkeys (FIDO2) support in Microsoft Registration Campaigns initially planned for April 2026. When implemented, it will enable admins to nudge MFA-capable users to register Passkeys, changing default settings and targeting. Organizations should review configurations and prepare accordingly. |
| 2026-04-10 | MC Last Updated | 03/16/2026 23:27:27 | 2026-04-09T18:35:37Z |
| 2026-04-10 | MC Messages | [Introduction]
As previously announced in MC1221452, Microsoft Registration Campaigns will support Passkeys (FIDO2) as an additional authentication method starting in early April 2026. This update helps organizations accelerate adoption of phishing‑resistant credentials by allowing administrators to opt users into Passkeys and deliver Passkey registration nudges during sign‑in. [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in early April 2026 and expect to complete in late May 2026. | Updated April 9, 2026: After further review, we have decided not to move forward with this change at this time. We will communicate via a new Message center post when we are ready to proceed. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
[Introduction] As previously announced in MC1221452, Microsoft Registration Campaigns will support Passkeys (FIDO2) as an additional authentication method starting in early April 2026. This update helps organizations accelerate adoption of phishing‑resistant credentials by allowing administrators to opt users into Passkeys and deliver Passkey registration nudges during sign‑in. [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in early April 2026 and expect to complete in late May 2026. |
| 2026-04-10 | MC Title | Microsoft Entra: Passkeys in Microsoft registration campaigns | (Updated) Microsoft Entra: Passkeys in Microsoft registration campaigns |
| 2026-04-10 | MC End Time | 07/01/2026 09:00:00 | 2026-04-15T09:00:00Z |
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