Yubikey 5C NFC USB C – Hardware Security Key

Yubikey 5C NFC USB C for Two-Factor Security Key – Phishing-resistant hardware security

Protect yourself from account takeovers with the efficient, multi-protocol Yubikey 5C NFC USB C. Go passwordless with our NFC capable security key today.

Keep your online accounts safe from hackers with the YubiKey. Trustworthy and easy-to-use, it’s your key to a safer digital world.

• Convenient and portable: The Yubikey 5C NFC USB C fits easily on your keychain, making it convenient to carry and use wherever you go, ensuring secure access to your accounts at all times. Simply plug in via USB-C or tap on your NFC-enabled device to authenticate.
• Versatile compatibility: Yubikey 5C NFC USB C is supported by Google and Microsoft accounts, password managers and hundreds of other popular services. It works with Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and Linux. “Works With YubiKey” lists compatible services.
• Multi-protocol: YubiKey 5 Series is the most versatile security key supporting multiple authentication protocols including FIDO2/WebAuthn (hardware bound passkey), FIDO U2F, Yubico OTP, OATH-TOTP, OATH-HOTP, Smart card (PIV) and OpenPGP.
• Durable and reliable: High quality design and resistant to tampering, water, and crushing. No batteries or network connectivity required, offering dependable authentication without any downtime. Securely manufactured in Sweden.

Yubico Authenticator App – Compatible with the safest authenticator app experience across mobile and desktop.

Yubikey 5C NFC USB C

Highlights

Trusted

Maximize security by adopting phishing-resistant MFA that is proven to stop account takeovers and trusted by millions of users worldwide.

Scalable

From corporate access management to social media accounts, YubiKeys provide strong MFA, 2FA and Passwordless solutions for business and personal users.

Durable

Built to last with glass-fiber reinforced plastic. IP68 rated (water and dust resistant), crush resistant, no batteries required, no moving parts. Tough enough to carry on a key ring.

User-Friendly

Yubico Yubikey 5C NFC USB C offers a simple and convenient authentication with plug-and-play functionality, eliminating the need for passwords or complex setups. Log in up to 4X faster with YubiKey 5.

Key features

Feature	Description
Broad Ecosystem	Deploy instantly with Centrify, Ping, Okta, Google and more.
Configurable	Easily configure multiple protocols across computers, networks, and online applications and services.
Easy to Use	No battery or network connectivity required; users simply insert and tap to authenticate.
High Quality	Built to last with glass-fiber reinforced plastic. IP68 rated (water and dust resistant), crush resistant, no batteries required, and no moving parts.
Trusted Partner	The YubiKey is deployed and loved by 9 of the top 10 internet brands and by millions of users.
Multi-Protocol Support	Supports WebAuthn, FIDO2 CTAP1, FIDO2 CTAP2, FIDO2 CTAP2.1, Universal 2nd Factor (U2F), Smart Card (PIV-compatible), Yubico OTP, OATH-HOTP (Event), OATH-TOTP (Time), OpenPGP, and Secure Static Passwords.
Works With	Facebook, Twitter, Google Account, Microsoft Account, Salesforce.com, Dropbox, Keeper®, 1Password, Bitwarden Premium, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Duo Security, ForgeRock, Idaptive, Microsoft Azure AD, Okta, OneLogin, and Ping Identity.
Yubico Authenticator App	Compatible with the Yubico Authenticator App, providing a secure authenticator experience across mobile and desktop platforms.
Mobile Support	Provides tap-and-go authentication on NFC-enabled Android and iOS devices.

Technical specifications

Technical Specifications	Details
Communication support
USB-A 2.0	No
USB-C 2.0	Yes
Lightning	No
NFC (Near field communication)	Yes
NFC Specifications	ISO 14443-3 Type A
Device type
HID Keyboard	Yes
CCID smart card	Yes
FIDO HID	Yes
Physical
Manufactured in	Securely manufactured in Sweden
Dimensions (mm)	18 x 45 x 3.7
Weight (g)	4.1
Power consumption	<150 mW
Data transfer rate	12 Mbps
USB insertion cycles	100,000+
Write/erase cycles	500,000+
Operating thermal rating	0°C to 40°C
Storage thermal rating	-20°C to 85°C
Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF)	100+ years
Crush resistance	Up to 25 N·m
Secure element	Yes
Serialized	Yes
CPID	8880001041
HS Code	8471.80.1000
ECCN	5A992.C
CAGE	6UUE2
Hardware compliance	RoHS, UKCA, CE, EU DoC, UK, DoC, FCC
Functions
Firmware	5.7
FIDO2 L2	Yes
FIDO CTAP 2.1	Yes
FIDO U2F	Yes
Passkeys (FIDO2) slots	100
Smart card (PIV)	Yes
OpenPGP	Yes
OATH – HOTP (Event)	Yes
Yubico OTP	Yes
OATH – TOTP (Time)	Yes
Challenge-response	Yes
Static password	Yes
OATH slots	64
PIV certificates	24
OTP seeds	2
Certifications
Water/Dust resistance (IP68)	Yes
NIST Validation Standard	N/A
AAL3 standards	Yes, if FIPS isn’t required by the environment
Cryptographic specifications
RSA	PIV / OpenPGP: 1024, 2048, 3072, 4096
ECC	PIV / OpenPGP: P-256, P-384
Modern curves	Ed25519 (OpenPGP sign/auth only and FIDO2), X25519 (OpenPGP decipher only), secp256k1 (OpenPGP only), brainpoolP256r1 (OpenPGP only), brainpoolP384r1 (OpenPGP only), brainpoolP512r1 (OpenPGP only)