# Yandex ID (ex-Key)

> Sign in faster. Manage accounts. Generate 2FA codes.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/ru.yandex.key](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ru.yandex.key)

## Overview

- **ID:** `ru.yandex.key`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Direct Cursus Computer Systems Trading LLC
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 4,439,085
- **Rating:** 3.69 / 5 (30,760 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.9.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08
- **First published:** 2015-02-02
- **Publisher country:** AE
- **Size:** 61 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-10-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ru.yandex.key)
- **Website:** [https://ya.ru](https://ya.ru/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://yandex.ru/legal/confidential/en/](https://yandex.ru/legal/confidential/en/)

## Description

Yandex ID is the updated app that replaces Yandex Key. It makes sign-in to Yandex services faster and easier with passwordless access — instantly delivering a one-time code or image, and letting you manage data and settings in one place.

It also works as a secure 2FA authenticator and OTP generator, following international standards. In addition, you can manage accounts, passwords, devices, and payments, with cloud backup and local recovery to transfer 2FA accounts securely.

## Rankings

- #26,683 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.AUTHENTICATE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_SYNC_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_SYNC_SETTINGS`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.yandex.permission.AM_COMMUNICATION`
- `com.yandex.permission.READ_CREDENTIALS`
- `ru.yandex.key.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Reviews are mixed. Many users like the app and describe it as convenient, but recurring complaints concern confusing login flows, inaccessible or failing verification codes, and undelivered SMS. Several reviewers also worry about losing access after a device or app problem, with inadequate recovery or backup options.

### Pros

- Several users describe the app as easy, fast, and convenient.
- A number of reviewers say they like the app or find it useful.

### Cons

- Login and setup can be confusing or get stuck, including cases where users need a code from the app to sign in or add an account.
- Users repeatedly report problems finding, loading, or using verification codes, including OTP errors and codes disappearing after updates.
- SMS delivery is unreliable, and reviewers report limited recovery options when a device is lost, the app is reinstalled, or access is otherwise lost.
- Some users find the interface and recent changes confusing.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ru.yandex.key)