How to Choose the BEST 2FA Key for Security (Yubikey)

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Video Timestamps
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0:00 - Which 2FA Key Should You Buy?
0:47 - Different Yubikey Series Keys
1:09 - Question 1: Do You Need One-Time Passcodes?
2:40 - Question 2: Do You Need Extended Authentication?
3:55 - Questions 3: Where Will You Use a 2FA Key?
4:28 - Yubikey NFC Keys
4:49 - Which Yubikey 2FA Key Should You Choose?
5:06 - What about 5Ci or Nanos?
5:48 - Final Recommendations
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There are a lot of options when it comes to the @Yubico 2FA security key. In this video, Josh explains how you can tell the difference between them and what features will help you choose which key is right for you.

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[rejphotography]

This video helped me. However I was still left scratching my head at the end. I watched it 3 times but never heard anything that talked about what the difference was between the 5 series and the 5 FIPS.

I’m going to have to find other videos for that info.

You’re videos are always very informative and to the point. I do feel like you go a little fast sometimes and miss opportunities to provide just a little more info.

I only recently found your channel and have been binging all videos for over a week now.

Thank you for all you do.

[ZachDC]

I was just about to order such a device from Amazon but decided to watch ONE MORE video (yours) on the topic, and I was very happy to discover you offered an affiliate link. Having been a fan of yours for some time now, I am more than happy to give your channel the credit for the sale than Amazon.

[elksalmon]

NFC stands for Near Field Communication. Not Connection. It was created in 2003 by merging contactless payment systems by NXP and Sony that were used by Moscow Metro, Japan Rail East and Hong Kong MTR.

[steveshuffle]

brilliant video! I have 2 Yubikey 5-series and will also use them now for 1-time codes where platforms don't allow for keys!

[jl]

I think the idea behind the nano is that it makes it more appealing for those who focus on preventing hacks.
For example I'd rather have a small almost unnoticeable key plugged in my laptop that stays at home 24/7 instead of having a pen-drive sticking out of my port

[LuisGuzman-tztv]

Very informative. I had no idea which to choose. Thanks!

[TheProductCritiques]

This Yubico YubiKey 5 NFC review is fantastic! Two-factor authentication is a must these days, and this security key seems like a top-notch solution. Your comprehensive review and demonstration really helped me understand how it works and why it's so important for online security. It's great to know that it supports NFC, making it even more convenient. Thanks for shedding light on this essential tool for safeguarding our digital lives! 🔐💻👏

[vfhutte]

Great video. As an accountant 2fa keys are an important part of my workplace information security plan. I highly recommend them to all accountants.

[wyattarich]

Very properly comprehensive video. Well done!

[miketungate]

Great video. I have been trying to figure out the differences in keys and they was a nice summary. Thanks.

[jjmmfi]

NFC DOES NOT WORK ON IPADS! And the fingerprint does not make the 5 bio series anyway more secure than the 5 series because it can always be bypassed by a pin. You can also add a pin to the 5 series, making it as safe as the bio.

[RobbieRobski]

I emailed yubico asking them what the difference was between Yubikey Personalization Tool and Yubikey Manager. they said the YPT is no longer under active development, whilst the manager is. The manager looks like a dumbed down version though. With the personalization tool, you can auto program keys one after the other if you plug them in back to back.

[danielhenderson]

I think you should have elaborated more on the OTP aspect. I did not get that at all. Why would you store a time sensitive code on a key? Very confusing to me! Good video though!

[laquinceanera]

Simple and easy to understand, the best video on this topic!

[matheusmartinsfarias]

Wonderful. Finally I found a video that expose the info clearly. Tks, obrigadooo

[VinhNguyen-ulyg]

Bro, thanks for the clear and concise explanation. The best!!!!

[PeterWilhelm]

Thanks for your video! Can I ask. Is it possible to have a 5 series and then a Security Key as back up (to save a bit of money) linking them both to 1password?

[HH-qkor]

Wow thanks for explaining all of this. You really broke it down.

I do have a question on 2FA if anyone could give me some insight. I watched another of Josh’s videos where he states that as backup to losing your key you could have a second key with the same info on it(obviously). I don’t know if Josh, or someone in the comments said the following: as a back up to losing your key (assuming you don’t have a 2nd key) you could have the 2FA settings to allow for a key and and the second option being sms. If you couldn’t Authenticate via key and selected the sms option wouldn’t that defeat the whole purpose of the key? Couldn’t a scammer/hacker have your passcode and then choose the sms option (assuming he had found a way to breach the sms authentication process?

I assume I’m forgetting or not understanding a step in the 2FA process. Any info would be much appreciated, thanks in advance.

[ryancorrea]

Your communication skills are marvelous.

[kemarchristie]

Really informative vid💯. Dont think usb A will be elimated from laptops for now as most accessories use it