🎉 Secure your crypto assets - Learn the essential security practices

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Protect YourCrypto Assets

Learn essential security practices to keep your digital assets safe. Your recovery phrase is the key to your crypto - protect it with your life.

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Recovery Phrase Security

Your 12-24 word recovery phrase is the master key to your crypto. Follow these critical guidelines.

DO's

Write it down on paper immediately
Store it in a secure, fireproof safe
Keep multiple copies in separate secure locations
Use metal backup plates for long-term storage
Verify your recovery phrase after writing it down
Keep it completely offline and private
Consider using a cryptosteel or metal backup
Store it away from electronics and magnets

DON'Ts

Never store it digitally (photo, screenshot, document)
Never share it with anyone - not even support staff
Never enter it on any website or app
Never send it via email, text, or messaging apps
Never store it in cloud storage or password managers
Never memorize it as your only backup
Never laminate paper backups (can trap moisture)
Never ignore requests for your recovery phrase

CRITICAL SECURITY ALERTS

Common Crypto Scams

Stay vigilant. Scammers use sophisticated tactics to steal your crypto. Learn to recognize them.

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Phishing Attacks

Fake websites or emails impersonating Ledger or exchanges asking for your recovery phrase.

Ledger will NEVER ask for your recovery phrase

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Fake Support Calls

Scammers pretending to be customer support requesting remote access or sensitive information.

Never give remote access to your computer

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Giveaway Scams

Fake cryptocurrency giveaways asking you to send crypto to receive more in return.

If it sounds too good to be true, it is

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Romance Scams

Building fake relationships online to eventually request crypto investments or "help".

Never send crypto to people you meet online

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Investment Schemes

Promises of guaranteed high returns or exclusive investment opportunities.

There are no guaranteed returns in crypto

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Impersonation

Fake social media accounts posing as company officials or influencers.

Always verify official accounts and domains

Red Flags - If You See These, It's a Scam

Urgent messages creating panic or FOMO

Requests for your recovery phrase or private keys

Unsolicited contact via DM, email, or phone

Pressure to act quickly without time to think

Too-good-to-be-true investment returns

Poor grammar or spelling in official communications

Requests to download software or click suspicious links

Offers requiring upfront payment or crypto transfer

What Does a Recovery Phrase Look Like?

A recovery phrase consists of 12-24 words in a specific order. Never share yours with anyone.

Example Recovery Phrase (12 words)

1.••••••

2.••••••

3.••••••

4.••••••

5.••••••

6.••••••

7.••••••

8.••••••

9.••••••

10.••••••

11.••••••

12.••••••

This is just an example. NEVER use this phrase or any phrase you find online. Always generate your own using your hardware wallet.