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EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 16 MIN

HOA 223: Level Up Your Passwords Security

from Hands-On Apple (Video) · host TWiT

What if logging in didn't mean juggling passwords and SMS codes? This episode demonstrates how Apple's Passwords app could make passkeys your new security upgrade and what may help protect your digital life. Understanding and setting up two-factor authentication codes in Passwords How to scan and autofill TOTP codes on macOS and iOS Best practices for migrating 2FA codes from other authenticator apps Passkeys setup, security benefits, and workflow Passkey vs. password: what to expect when logging in Apple security recommendations: flagged, reused, weak, and leaked passwords Prioritizing which flagged passwords to fix first Homework: add verification codes, create a passkey, and fix at-risk accounts Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free audio and video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: outsystems.com/twit

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