Qkey Delivers a More Secured Internet

PHOENIX, March 18, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- uQontrol today announced the launch of the Qkey, the first Chip and PIN product securing online transactions along with an entirely reimagined, intuitive online experience. The radically simple, removable device puts individuals back in control of their personal information online. Protected by multiple security layers and a dedicated secure browser, consumers can now shop without typing in web site addresses or passwords, filling out forms or entering credit card numbers; eliminating vulnerable points used by hackers to steal personal information.  With Qkey, one key and one password provide total secure access for any computer, tablets with a USB port or mobile devices that are NFC-enabled.

Americans are increasingly at risk online. More than 73 percent of Americans have been victims of cybercrime and online payment transactions are responsible for more than 67 percent of bank card fraud.   Qkey aims to reverse these alarming trends by putting smart, easy-to-use technology in consumers' hands.  With Qkey, consumers enjoy a more natural, mobile-phone-like online experience with one-click access, touch screen navigations and a security process that is simple, familiar and seamless.

"After extensive research and development it became clear that the key to online security is literally a key – keys and cards are the world's most trusted and familiar security devices," said Christopher Maus, founder and chief executive officer, uQontrol. "Just like chip and PIN cards are being introduced this year to secure retail transactions, we created a chip and PIN key with the same micro-chip technology to make online purchases more secure. And then we went one step further and designed an ideal online shopping experience that's not only more secure but also easier, faster and more engaging."

When making a purchase the Qkey digital wallet emulates the best of the retail and online shopping experiences.  Just like inserting a payment card into a payment card terminal and entering a PIN, users simply insert the Qkey into any computer's USB port, choose a card from the digital wallet and enter the PIN (one-time-PIN) on the Qkey PIN pad on their mobile phone. When done shopping, simply remove the Qkey - data is encrypted and stored directly on the key in the consumer's hands."

To set up the Qkey users simply load their payment cards, and select their favorite shopping and travel sites add shipping information and they're done.  Now you, your Qkey and one master password provide more secure web access.

"Today consumers are tolerating a pretty lousy online shopping experience – they know they aren't secure, remembering passwords and filling out forms is a hassle at best," said Craig Keohan, president of uQontrol.  "We're fundamentally changing the online shopping experience by providing a security solution so easy and familiar - consumers will wonder how they ever shopped online without it." 

The Qkey will retail for $129 and is currently being offered in limited quantities for a pre-order price of $69.  Each pre-order of the Premium Qkey will also include a free Qkey Basic key for a friend or family member. To pre-order the Qkey, please visit www.Qkey.com.

About the Qkey
Qkey is a radically simple new way to shop online and secure personal information. Qkey unlocks a seamless, intuitive online shopping experience while securing payment data using the new Chip and PIN payment card technology used by Visa and MasterCard.  Just like inserting a payment card into a payment terminal, users simply insert the Qkey payment key into any computer's USB port for secured online transactions.  The Qkey provides multiple physical and virtual security layers and a dedicated secured browser that eliminates the need to key in information, passwords or other personal data that is vulnerable to hacking.  All personal and payment data is stored securely on the Qkey giving consumers more control of their online transactions.  For more information and to pre-order a device, please visit Qkey.com.  

About uQontrol
uQontrol is an early-stage technology company focused on creating more secure, rich and intuitive online experiences putting consumers back in control.  uQontrol believes individuals  – not corporations or clouds – should have more control over their own information and that digital interactions should be more secure and reflecting the best experiences in the real world.  Combining a passion for consumer control with extensive payment card security expertise, uQontrol created its first product – the Qkey. The Qkey is a radically simple new way to shop online and secure personal data with a more intuitive user experience and the latest Chip and PIN technology used by Visa and MasterCard. Qkey enables consumers to "load and lock" their personal information on the Qkey without remembering passwords, entering web site addresses, filling out forms or worrying about security. uQontrol will be distributing Qkey in the US and will be seeking international distribution partners in the coming months.  For more information, please visit uQontrol.com or Qkey.com.

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