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How implement fingerprint scanner in WebApp?

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I want use sensor of android to get fingerprint. I have a WebApp and want to get callback of fingerprint. Is possible implement fingerprint scanner in WebApp? Using Javascript or something like that?

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Guilherme IA Avatar asked Jan 08 '18 14:01

Guilherme IA


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It is now possible to use fingerprint authentication but also other strong authentication methods on Chrome.

The Web Authentication API is introduced and explained in the article below which also contains a video from the Google I/O'18 session that presents and demos its features.

https://developers.google.com/web/updates/2018/05/webauthn

Try the API yourself at https://webauthndemo.appspot.com/

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FK- Avatar answered Oct 27 '22 05:10

FK-


It is now possible to use the Web Authentication API in all major browsers, including iOS.

This is a very important development for PWAs.

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ganar Avatar answered Oct 27 '22 04:10

ganar