YubiKey 5 NFC Security Key 2-Pack (Black/Gold, USB-A & NFC)

Security-conscious professionals and IT administrators rely on the YubiKey 5 NFC to protect their most sensitive accounts. This 2-pack delivers two hardware security keys, each featuring a USB-A connector and NFC capability, so you can authenticate on laptops, desktops, and mobile devices with a simple tap or insertion. The black body with gold connector is both durable and distinctive, ready for daily carry on a keychain.

Key specifications

• Two YubiKey 5 NFC hardware security keys
• Dual interface: USB-A and NFC
• Supports FIDO2, FIDO U2F, WebAuthn, PIV (Smart Card), OpenPGP, OATH-TOTP, OATH-HOTP, and Yubico OTP
• Cryptographic algorithms: RSA 2048, ECC p256, ECC p384
• Secure element for hardware-based key storage
• Touch sensor for FIDO authentication
• Water-resistant and crush-resistant
• Compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS (via NFC)
• Individual key dimensions: 45 x 18 x 3.3 mm; weight: 3 g
• Colour: black body, gold connector

Why choose it

This 2-pack ensures you always have a backup key, reducing the risk of account lockout. The YubiKey 5 NFC works across a vast ecosystem of services, from password managers to cloud platforms, and its NFC support enables tap-and-go authentication on mobile devices. With multiple protocols on a single key, it consolidates your security tools into one compact device.

Ideal use cases

• Two-factor authentication for Google, Microsoft, Dropbox, and more
• Passwordless login with FIDO2/WebAuthn
• Secure access to VPNs and remote desktops
• Signing and encrypting emails with OpenPGP
• Storing PIV certificates for smart card logon
• Generating OTP codes for legacy systems

Good to know

Each key is powered by the USB port or NFC field, requiring no batteries. The YubiKey Manager software allows you to configure and manage the keys. The keys are FIDO Certified for FIDO2 and U2F, ensuring interoperability and security compliance.