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Private keys and recovery phrases

A private key authorizes transactions; a recovery phrase often restores multiple keys.

Private keys and recovery phrases

ESSENTIAL CONTEXT

Understand the context before acting

A private key authorizes transactions; a recovery phrase often restores multiple keys. Exact screens and networks may vary. Always check the prompts shown on your device before approving an action.

Recommended checklist

01

Know the two credential types

Confirm this step before proceeding. Pause for unexpected approvals, suspicious addresses, or requests for credentials.

02

Never paste secrets into websites

Confirm this step before proceeding. Pause for unexpected approvals, suspicious addresses, or requests for credentials.

03

Do not forward credential messages

Confirm this step before proceeding. Pause for unexpected approvals, suspicious addresses, or requests for credentials.

04

Back up privately and offline

Confirm this step before proceeding. Pause for unexpected approvals, suspicious addresses, or requests for credentials.

COMMON PITFALL

A prompt is not proof

Even if a screen looks normal, independently check credentials, network selection, and transaction details. Pause when something is unclear.

✓ Safe next step

Verify an offline backup before attempting actions that involve real assets.

START WITH A RECOVERY PLAN

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