| Component: (Network and Table) | |
|---|---|
| Network | 055 - Disclosure - Note E - Inventory - Components of Inventory (Details) (http://bio-key.com/20161231/role/statement-note-e-inventory-components-of-inventory-details) |
| Table | Statement [Table] |
| Reporting Entity [Axis] | 0001019034 (http://www.sec.gov/CIK) |
| Scenario [Axis] | Scenario, Unspecified [Domain] |
| Statement [Line Items] | Period [Axis] | |
|---|---|---|
2016-12-31 | 2015-12-31 | |
Finished goods | ||
Fabricated assemblies | ||
Total current inventory | 465,428 | 168,645 |