Nitrokey

Nitrokey is a hardware security key that provides secure storage for cryptographic keys and sensitive data. It is designed to protect against phishing, man-in-the-middle attacks, and other online threats. Nitrokey supports various security functions, including secure login, two-factor authentication (2FA), digital signing, and encryption.

The Nitrokey device is a small, USB-connected hardware module that contains a secure microcontroller. This microcontroller is designed to resist tampering and securely store private keys, passwords, and other sensitive information. When a user needs to perform a secure operation, such as logging into a website or signing a document, the Nitrokey generates or retrieves the necessary cryptographic material from its secure storage.

Nitrokey offers several product lines catering to different use cases. These include keys for general-purpose security, enterprise solutions, and specialized applications. The devices are compatible with a wide range of operating systems and software, including Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and various web browsers and applications that support standard security protocols like FIDO U2F, FIDO2, OpenPGP, and OTP.

The company behind Nitrokey emphasizes open source principles and transparency in its hardware and software development. This allows for community review and contributes to the overall security and trustworthiness of the product. Nitrokey aims to make strong security accessible to individuals and organizations by providing a user-friendly and robust hardware security solution.