YubiKey 5C NFC review
Updated October 14, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
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Our verdict
YubiKey 5C NFC connects by USB-C or by tapping an NFC-enabled device.
Key facts
- Best for
- Users choosing a USB-C and NFC YubiKey 5C model for supported devices and services.
Pros and cons
Pros
- YubiKey 5C NFC connects by USB-C or by tapping an NFC-enabled device.
- The captured compatibility list includes Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and Linux, with protocols including WebAuthn, FIDO2, U2F, PIV, Yubico OTP, OATH, OpenPGP and static passwords.
Cons
- The site or application must support the protocol used.
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Who it suits
- Users choosing a USB-C and NFC YubiKey 5C model for supported devices and services.
Security
YubiKey 5C NFC connects by USB-C or by tapping an NFC-enabled device. The captured compatibility list includes Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and Linux, with protocols including WebAuthn, FIDO2, U2F, PIV, Yubico OTP, OATH, OpenPGP and static passwords. The specific service must support the protocol being used.
How YubiKey 5C NFC compares
Not confirmed yet: Price, Protocols, Connectors.
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YubiKey 5C NFC
Users choosing a USB-C and NFC YubiKey 5C model for supported devices and services.