Backing up your Xverse wallet is essential for the security of your assets. Here’s how you can create a secure backup by accessing and storing your wallet’s secret recovery phrase (seed phrase).
Secret recovery phrase is a twelve or twenty-four-word phrase that can be used to restore your wallet.
Steps to Back Up Your Wallet
- Go to Settings (⚙️) > select Backup Wallet.
- Enter your password or PIN for security verification.
- Click on Reveal to view your seed phrase. Click Continue to complete the process.
Tips to Protect Your Seed Phrase
- Write it down: Record your seed phrase on a physically and store it in a safe location (e.g., a fireproof safe or safety deposit box). Avoid storing it digitally to prevent hacking.
- Create backups: Keep copies of your seed phrase in multiple secure locations to ensure you can still recover your wallet if one copy is lost or damaged.
- Encrypt if stored digitally: If you must store your seed phrase digitally, use a password manager with strong encryption. Ensure the password is strong and unique.
Backing up your wallet ensures that you can recover your funds if you lose access to your device or the app. Without the seed phrase, it is impossible to restore your wallet and access your assets.