What is a Master Key?
A Master Key is an additional security feature you can enable that allows you to:
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Prevent an unwanted password reset, even if your email account is compromised (if enabled, the Master Key is required to reset your Kraken sign-in password).
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Use it as an alternative method for Sign-in Two-factor Authentication (2FA).
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Turn off the Global Settings Lock (GSL) immediately if enabled on your account.
We recommend setting up a Master Key in combination with other security features.
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Hardware Security Key (recommended). For a Master Key, Kraken supports Security Keys that use FIDO2 protocols.
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Static password
On Kraken Pro:
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Sign in and click on your profile icon in the upper-right corner of the page.
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Click on Settings and navigate to the Security tab.
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Scroll down to the Advanced Settings section and click the Enable button for Masterkey.
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You will then need to enter your Sign-in 2FA, or use your Passkey.
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Choose your preferred method.
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Follow the onscreen instructions to confirm your Master Key set up.
On Kraken Classic:
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Sign in and click on your name in the upper-right corner of the page.
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Click Security > 2FA Settings.
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Scroll down to the Master Key section and click the On/Off toggle.
If you have sign-in 2FA enabled on your account you will be promted to add your 2FA code.
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Follow the onscreen instructions to confirm your Master Key set up.
You cannot set up a Master Key on the Kraken interface. Which Kraken interface am I on?
REMINDER
The Master Key should be kept separate from account sign-in information or any other 2FAs, as storing this information together would create a security threat to your account.
For example, if you use a Hardware Security Key for sign-in 2FA, we advise to then use an authenticator app or a different Hardware Security Key for the Master Key.