Your First Recovery Phrase Backup
Create an offline backup routine, verify your written phrase and keep it away from online exposure. Explore practical checkpoints, common mistakes and related guides to make more informed wallet decisions before moving assets.
Understand recovery phrases
Start by defining the action and checking the device you are using. Create an offline backup routine, verify your written phrase and keep it away from online exposure. Never enter a private key or recovery phrase into an unfamiliar site.
Never disclose a recovery phrase or private key to a website or support representative.
Before proceeding
- Is this the source or device you intended to use?
- Are the network and address details correct?
- Are sensitive credentials kept offline and private?
A safer backup routine
Work in a deliberate sequence: verify the source, check credentials and the network, take only the required action, then review the outcome. Inspect all signing details.
Never disclose a recovery phrase or private key to a website or support representative.
Mistakes to avoid
Afterwards, keep only non-sensitive notes and confirm your recovery plan still works. Stop if you cannot verify the source or the transaction details.
Never disclose a recovery phrase or private key to a website or support representative.
Before proceeding
- Is this the source or device you intended to use?
- Are the network and address details correct?
- Are sensitive credentials kept offline and private?