Identify the risk
Unknown sources, surprising permissions and recovery phrase requests are red flags.
Security / GUIDE
Private Keys and Recovery Phrases
Understand how private keys and recovery phrases relate, and protect them from disclosure and impersonation.
PRACTICAL CHECKLIST
Review the essentials in order
Understand how private keys and recovery phrases relate, and protect them from disclosure and impersonation.
- 01
Never send private keys in messages
Confirm the source and device state before proceeding; never expose secret credentials.
- 02
Never share phrases with support contacts
Confirm the source and device state before proceeding; never expose secret credentials.
- 03
Never enter phrases on unfamiliar sites
Confirm the source and device state before proceeding; never expose secret credentials.
- 04
Keep and review offline backups
Confirm the source and device state before proceeding; never expose secret credentials.
RISK · REASON · RESPONSE
When in doubt, stop and verify
Check independently
Compare networks, addresses, permissions and backups; appearances alone are not proof.
Choose a safer next step
Consult a relevant safety guide and verify the source before proceeding.
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