Basic Safety
About your mnemonic and password.
What is a mnemonic seed (secret recovery phrase) and how to back it up?Copied!
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A mnemonic seed, also known as a secret recovery phrase or private key, is the cornerstone of your walletβs security. It acts as the key to access all the funds and data within your wallet. If someone else gains access to your mnemonic seed, they can fully control your wallet. Nintondo Wallet does not store or have access to your mnemonic seed and will never request it, even during customer support interactions. If someone asks for your mnemonic seed, itβs likely an attempt to scam you or steal your funds.
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To back up your mnemonic seed, carefully write down each word in the exact order in which it was provided. Double-check your spelling to ensure accuracy. Itβs crucial to store this information in a secure location.
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Avoid keeping your mnemonic seed in places where it can be easily found, such as in a cloud-synced document, an email with a subject like "Secret Recovery Phrase/Mnemonic Seed/Private Key," or on a sticky note attached to your computer. Do not rearrange the words, and never share your mnemonic seed with anyone, even if they claim to be from Nintondo Walletβs support team.
Why do you need to store your mnemonic seed?Copied!
Your mnemonic seed is permanently tied to your wallet and cannot be altered. If you lose this secret recovery phrase, you will lose access to your wallet and all of its contents forever. It is the only way to recover your wallet in the event of a forgotten password or other access issues.
What is the difference between a mnemonic seed and a password? Why do I need both?Copied!
Nintondo Wallet encrypts your mnemonic seed locally using your password. This added layer of security ensures that even if someone gains access to your device, they cannot access your wallet without the password.
When you lock your wallet, it requires your password to unlock it again. However, if you forget your password, you can regain access to your wallet by using your mnemonic seed. The mnemonic seed serves as a universal key to your wallet, while the password provides a layer of daily operational security.
Itβs important to note that neither Nintondo Wallet nor any third party can change or recover your mnemonic seed if itβs lost. This emphasizes the importance of securely storing both your mnemonic seed and your password.