Hardware-wallet & security guidance
Hardware wallets are physical devices that store cryptographic keys offline. Always purchase
hardware wallets directly from the manufacturer's official site or authorized retailers. Keep
your recovery seed private and never enter it into websites or share it with anyone. Use a strong,
unique PIN and enable additional protection such as passphrase support if your device offers it.
If you ever need to sign transactions, confirm the transaction details on the device’s display,
not a connected computer’s screen. Verify amounts, recipient addresses, and network fees on the
hardware device before authorizing. Treat recovery phrases like cash — store them offline in a
secure physical location and consider redundancy (multiple copies in different secure locations).
Beware of phishing sites and malicious software that attempt to trick you into revealing your
recovery phrase or private key. Legitimate wallet vendors will never ask for your recovery phrase
over email, chat, or a website. If in doubt, consult official documentation from the vendor and
confirm URLs and certificates in your browser.
Regularly update your device firmware from official sources, and verify firmware signatures when
the vendor provides such checks. Use reputable password managers for account credentials unrelated
to your seed phrase and employ multi-factor authentication where appropriate.