What to know first
Before installing wallet software, review the source, file integrity and permission prompts. Know when to stop and reassess.
Never share private keys or recovery phrases. This page provides general guidance; verify capabilities in the actual software you use.
A practical review sequence
Start from this site’s download guidance
Pause and confirm this point independently. Keep a record of relevant non-secret settings and stop whenever the source or request cannot be verified.
Check that the package matches your device
Do not treat a warning as a routine click-through. Understand the effect of the operation before continuing.
Treat unexpected permission requests as a reason to stop
Review network context and avoid sharing sensitive credentials even with someone claiming to provide support.
Read backup guidance before transferring assets
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.