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Understand Local Key Management

Local key management is a self-custody principle that places credential protection on the user. This explainer does not certify any particular app implementation.

Concept and practical limits

01

Understand keys versus ordinary account passwords

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02

Know what to review before signing

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03

Keep recovery credentials on offline media

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04

Periodically check backup readability

Complete this check before moving on. Do not guess when important details cannot be verified.

Common mistakes and next steps

Verify the sourceAvoid unsolicited messages and popupsIndependently verify the details
Protect credentialsNever upload or share key materialKeep backups safely offline

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