What to know first
Local key management makes credential protection a user responsibility. Explore the roles of device security, backups and transaction review.
Never share private keys or recovery phrases. This page provides general guidance; verify capabilities in the actual software you use.
A practical review sequence
Protect the device with a strong lock and updates
Pause and confirm this point independently. Keep a record of relevant non-secret settings and stop whenever the source or request cannot be verified.
Keep backups offline without relying on one fragile copy
Do not treat a warning as a routine click-through. Understand the effect of the operation before continuing.
Inspect transaction details before signing
Review network context and avoid sharing sensitive credentials even with someone claiming to provide support.
Remember that local storage does not eliminate all risks
Finish with a final check and keep the recovery plan available offline.
Common mistakes and next steps
Avoid deciding based only on token names, page appearance or links received in messages. When in doubt, stop and verify with a known trusted source.