Onchain Safety Guide
Onchain Safety Guide
🔐 Your Keys, Your Problem
Staying safe in web3 requires proactive security measures:
- Use hardware wallets for significant holdings
- Enable 2FA on all exchange accounts
- Never share private keys or seed phrases
- Verify smart contract addresses before interactions
- Keep majority of assets in cold storage
- Regular security audits of connected apps
Key Protection Tips:
- Create separate hot wallets for daily transactions
- Use blockchain explorers to verify transactions
- Implement time-locks on large transfers
- Monitor wallet permissions regularly
Remember: Security isn't a one-time setup but an ongoing practice.
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