Before you can create or use passkeys on your iPhone with Kuda Business, you need to ensure iCloud Keychain is enabled. iCloud Keychain is Apple's password and security credential manager that securely stores your passkeys across all your Apple devices.
Why iCloud Keychain is Required
iCloud Keychain is essential for passkeys on iOS devices because:
It securely stores your passkeys
It syncs your passkeys across all your Apple devices
It's required by the operating system for passkey functionality
It enables the authentication process when signing in with passkeys
Steps to Enable iCloud Keychain
Follow these simple steps to enable iCloud Keychain on your iPhone:
Open the Settings app on your iPhone
Tap on your Apple ID (your name) at the top of the screen
Select "iCloud" This will show you all the services that sync with iCloud
Tap "Passwords and Keychain"
Toggle on "Sync this iPhone" to enable iCloud Keychain
You might need to authenticate with your Apple ID password, Face ID, or Touch ID if prompted.
Verifying iCloud Keychain is Working
To ensure iCloud Keychain is properly enabled:
Return to Settings > [your name] > iCloud
Keychain should show as "On"
Wait a few minutes for initial sync to complete4. Ensure that any required authentication via Face ID, Touch ID, or your iPhone passcode is completed if prompted.
AutoFill Isn't Working for Passkeys Ensure that Passkey AutoFill is enabled by:
Verifying that iCloud Keychain is selected under the AutoFill sources
Ensuring Face ID, Touch ID, or your iPhone passcode is enabled to autofill passkeys automatically.
If you're having trouble enabling iCloud Keychain:
Make sure you're signed in to iCloud with your Apple ID
Check your internet connection as iCloud Keychain requires internet to sync
Ensure your iOS is updated to the latest version
Restart your iPhone if the toggle won't stay enabled
Check Apple System Status to ensure iCloud services are operational
Additional Information
Enabling iCloud Keychain won't affect your existing passwords or accounts
Your data in iCloud Keychain is encrypted and secure
iCloud Keychain works with Safari and compatible apps like Kuda Business
Once enabled, you won't need to configure it again unless you sign out of your Apple ID- Biometric authentication methods like Face ID or Touch ID may be required for AutoFill to work seamlessly with passkeys.
Some passkey setups might require scanning a QR code; follow the on-screen prompts when prompted.