Biometric Passkeys: The New Standard for MLS Security

Biometric Passkeys: The New Standard for MLS Security

At Solid Earth, we have long believed that accessing your MLS and Association platforms should be as seamless as it is secure. In 2025, biometric passkeys like fingerprint and facial recognition have emerged as the gold standard for digital access. In an era when traditional passwords have become a liability, passkeys give MLSs and their members a more secure, seamless and future‑proof way to connect.

Preserving the Integrity of the MLS
Perhaps one of the biggest benefits of passkeys is how they help MLSs maintain the integrity of their services. Traditional passwords can be shared between colleagues, intentionally or unintentionally, allowing unauthorized access and potentially putting MLS data and listing information at risk. This is more than a security concern. It threatens the reliability of the MLS, the quality of its data and the trust it has built within the real estate community. Biometric passkeys solve this problem by making access unique to the individual user. There is no password to share, no credential to forward, no way for one person to grant access to another. This protects the MLS, ensures accountability and maintains the integrity and quality of its services for every member.

Better Protection Against Breaches
Recent data breaches have made it clear that traditional passwords are no longer enough. In June 2025, one of the largest breaches in history exposed billions of usernames and passwords, reminding us how vulnerable these methods can be. According to a recent FIDO Alliance survey, 84 percent of people worry about the security of their online accounts due to password compromises. At Solid Earth, we champion passkeys because they eliminate this risk. Biometric data is unique to each person and stored securely on their device, making it worthless to hackers even if a breach occurs.

Faster and Simpler Login Experience
With passkeys, accessing MLS platforms or SSO dashboards is as simple as a glance or a tap. No more forgotten passwords or lengthy resets. At Solid Earth, we believe MLS staff and members deserve seamless, secure access every time they sign in.

Resilient Against Phishing
Phishing attacks evolve every day, and traditional passwords remain a prime target. According to Verizon’s 2024 Data Breach Report, over 80 percent of data breaches involve stolen or reused passwords. At Solid Earth, we design our solutions to stay a step ahead. Passkeys remove the risk posed by phishing because biometric data can’t be reused or shared, making attacks largely irrelevant.

More Inclusive and Accessible
Passkeys aren’t just more secure, they’re more accessible too. At Solid Earth, we recognize that every member deserves an easy way to access MLS platforms. Passkeys make this possible for people with disabilities or anyone who finds long, complex passwords challenging.

Better for MLS Administrators
Passkeys save time and reduce headaches for staff too. By removing the overhead of resets and recovery requests, administrators can focus more on serving their members and less on managing access. Since passkeys aren’t stored in a central database, the risk and cost associated with sensitive data storage are dramatically reduced.

Privacy You Can Trust
We understand how vital trust is for MLS platforms. Biometric data used for passkeys never leaves the user’s device, and Solid Earth never has access to it. This approach ensures that MLS staff and members can benefit from the speed and resilience of passkeys without compromising privacy.

Why It Matters Now
At Solid Earth, we are committed to providing MLS platforms that evolve with the times. In 2025 and beyond, biometric passkeys will save time, reduce risk and create a better experience for every user. In a world where traditional passwords have become a liability, passkeys aren’t just an upgrade. They are an essential step forward for MLS and Association platforms, reinforcing trust, preserving data quality and keeping your MLS secure.