YubiKey C Bio – FIDO Edition (USB‑C, Biometric Security Key)
The YubiKey C Bio – FIDO Edition is a premium biometric hardware security key designed to deliver password‑free, phishing‑resistant authentication. Featuring a USB‑C connector and a built‑in fingerprint sensor, it works with major services (Google, Microsoft, Dropbox, password managers and more) and supports FIDO2/WebAuthn and U2F protocols. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Features
- Biometric + PIN authentication: Use your fingerprint to authenticate; a PIN fallback is available for additional security. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- USB‑C connector: Compatible with modern desktops, laptops and many tablets with USB‑C ports. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- Supports FIDO2/WebAuthn & U2F only: Built for passkey and second‑factor usage; no OATH, PIV, OpenPGP support on this model. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- Durable construction: IP68 rated (water and dust resistant), crush‑resistant, no batteries or moving parts required. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- Manufactured securely: Made in Sweden, serialized, with over 100 000 USB insertion cycles. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Benefits
- Massively reduces reliance on passwords — use your fingerprint or secure key to log in anywhere supported.
- Protects you from phishing, credential stuffing and account takeover because second‑factor or passkey is hardware‑bound.
- Compact and portable — carry it on your keychain and use it across devices. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
- Plug‑and‑use simplicity — no drivers required for most systems; works with Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS and browsers like Chrome/Edge. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Package Contents: YubiKey C Bio – FIDO Edition key, user guide and quick‑start instructions.
Technical Specifications
- Connector: USB‑C (USB 2.0 interface) :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
- Dimensions: 18 × 45 × 3.75 mm :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
- Weight: 5 g :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
- Operating Temp: 0 °C to 40 °C; Storage: ‑20 °C to 85 °C :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
- Firmware version: 5.7 (or later) supported, with up to 100 FIDO2 resident credentials (with v5.7+) :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
- Certifications & Ratings: IP68, crush‑resistant, 100 000 USB insertions, supports FIDO2 L2 & CTAP2.1 :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
Keywords
YubiKey C Bio, biometric security key, USB‑C security key, FIDO2 WebAuthn key, U2F key, passwordless authentication, fingerprint security key, Yubico key.