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ykman: YubiKey Static Password for Mac Login (Real-World)

Real users prefer Slot 2 (avoids accidental triggers).

Install

brew install ykman

Verify

ykman info

Setup (Slot 2 - Long Press)

ykman otp static 2 "yourpassword" --keyboard-layout us --force
ykman otp settings 2 -p 60 --no-enter

Use

  1. Plug YubiKey
  2. Click password field
  3. Long press button 2–3 sec

Test first in TextEdit.

Mac Issues?

Grant Terminal Input Monitoring in System Settings → Privacy & Security.

Delete

ykman otp delete 2 -f
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