YubiKey Manager CLI for Windows

Command-line manager for YubiKey devices

YubiKey Manager CLI is a command-line utility for configuring and administering YubiKey security tokens. Created for users who prefer direct, scriptable control, it delivers a compact workflow for developers and power users to manage YubiKey features from a terminal.

Platform support and prerequisites

• Runs with Python 3.7 and newer.
• Integrates with applications and services that accept FIDO/security key standards, enabling cross-platform usage.
• Suitable for automation and integration into development or deployment scripts.

Core capabilities

• Support for multiple authentication protocols, including FIDO and other standards used by security keys.
• Management of one-time password (OTP) settings and related credential handling.
• Fine-grained key and configuration controls for provisioning and updating YubiKey settings.

Licensing and software category

This utility is distributed at no cost and is listed under Utilities & Tools. It is designed to give users straightforward access to essential YubiKey management operations without extra overhead.

Alternative tools to consider

• Yubico’s graphical YubiKey Manager (GUI) for users who prefer a visual interface.
• Other authentication utilities that work with security keys and FIDO standards, depending on workflow and platform needs.
• General-purpose credential managers or enterprise identity solutions when broader identity management features are required.