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A Must-Read Guide for Keystone Users: Ensuring Security Before You Explore
If you're new to hardware wallets and have been using software wallets, you might have heard about seed phrases and their importance. Seed phrases give you control over your digital assets. With them, you can receive and send coins securely. However, it's crucial to be aware of certain important things to protect your assets.
Keep Your Seed Phrase Secure
Create Your Seed Phrase Offline
Keystone Hardware Wallet Approach
Think Carefully, Sign Confidently
Remember, your seed phrase is the foundation of your crypto security. Handle it with the utmost care and make the most of the advanced security features Keystone offers.
Preparation
You'll need:
- Keystone 3 Pro or Keystone 3.
- Battery: Ensure over 20% charge.
- USB Cable or Micro SD Card:
- USB cable for firmware updates (included).
- Micro SD card (under 1 TB) for updates (purchase separately).
- PC Access to Keystone's official website for Verification and Firmware Update.
Step-by-Step Setup Guide (For Beginners)
For users new to the setup process, follow these detailed steps:
1. Choose Your Language
2. Device Verification (Skippable)
Why Device Verification: Device Verification is crucial to detect potential contamination during transportation, prevent supply chain attacks, and ensure the safety of installed firmware.
Device Verification via QR Code
3. Firmware Update (Skippable)
Why Update: Firmware updates typically include support for new blockchains, bug fixes, or new features. If your current version suits your needs, feel free to skip this step.
Update via MicroSD card
Update via USB Cable
4. Create or Import Wallet - Seed Phrase
Secure Password: Choose a strong PIN or password to protect your wallet.
Name Your Wallet (Optional): Optionally, give your wallet a name for easy identification or skip this step.
Guard Your Seed Phrase Like Treasure: Your seed phrase is the key to your funds. Regard it as your most valuable possession, and handle it with utmost care to protect your assets.
Write it Down: Put your seed phrase on the Secret Recovery Sheet or use the Keystone Tablet for extra protection against fire and rust.
Keep it Private: Don't share it with anyone and avoid using it online.
Stay Offline: Store your seed phrase offline to prevent unauthorized access. Avoid importing online-generated seed phrases into Keystone, as they are already exposed to online risks.
New User? Create a Wallet
Already Have a Keystone Seed Phrase? Import Wallet
5. Choose the Software Wallet You Need (Multiple Choices)
Choose your software wallet
Connect/bind Keystone with the Software Wallet (Take OKX Wallet for example)
Congratulations! Your device is now set up and ready to use. Remember to keep your seed phrase safe and never share it with anyone to ensure the security of your funds.