Signing up for new Android apps just got easier
Android Authority • • general
Key Points:
- Google has introduced a Verified Email feature in Android's Credential Manager API, allowing users to sign up for apps via email without needing magic links or one-time PINs by using a cryptographically verified email credential stored on the device.
- This feature streamlines the signup process by eliminating the need to switch to an email app for verification and can also be used for account recovery and sensitive re-authentication actions.
- Verified Email is currently limited to consumer Gmail accounts, excluding Workspace or managed accounts, and non-Google email addresses require additional verification steps due to potential changes in email ownership.
- The feature supports devices running Android 9 or newer with Google Play Services version 25.49.xx or higher, making it accessible even on older Android devices.
