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Required Legal Notice: Virtual currencies, real risks. The only guarantee in crypto is risk. Warning: The value of your virtual currencies can rise or fall sharply, and your initial investment may be lost completely; virtual currencies are not covered by the guarantee funds that cover bank deposits; there is no legal mechanism on the virtual currencies market to prevent market manipulation or insider dealing; virtual currencies depend entirely on a specific computer technology and infrastructure, which in certain cases may be very recent and not yet adequately tested; if one loses the identification code or password giving access to the virtual wallet in which the virtual currency is stored, the currency held therein will be irretrievably lost; virtual currencies are currently accepted as a means of payment to a limited extent, and in most countries there is no legal obligation to accept them; for more information about the risks associated with an investment in virtual currencies, we advise you to read the Wikifin page What is a cryptocurrency? | Wikifin.

Securing your device

Last updated: 9 сакавіка 2026 г.

Your mobile device holds valuable digital assets, which can make it vulnerable to attacks. Therefore, it's crucial to ensure the security of your device and its holdings.

This guide will walk you through the steps to protect and secure your iOS or Android devices biometrics and password protection. We'll cover both platforms, as they have unique security features.

Best practices to follow to keep your wallet secure:

Apple iOS device

Biometrics: Face ID or Touch ID

Enable Face ID or Touch ID, depending on which feature your device supports.

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Go to Settings > Face ID & Passcode or Touch ID & Passcode.
2
Set up Face ID or Touch ID by following the on-screen instructions.

Passcode Protection

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Go to Settings > Face ID & Passcode or Touch ID & Passcode.
2
Choose a strong alphanumeric passcode. Avoid using easily guessable combinations like "1234" or "0000".

Auto-Lock

1
Go to Settings > Display & Brightness > Auto-Lock.
2
Set a short auto-lock time.

Android device

Biometrics: Fingerprint and Face Recognition

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Go to Settings > Security & Location > Biometrics.
2
Set up fingerprint or face recognition by following on-screen instructions.

Screen lock

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Choose a secure screen lock method such as PIN, password, or pattern.
2
Avoid using easily guessable combinations like "1234" or "0000".

General Security Tips for Both iOS and Android:

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Keep software updated:
Regularly update your device's operating system to patch security vulnerabilities.
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Set a short screen lock timer:
Configure your device to automatically lock after a short period of inactivity.
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Connect to secure Wi-Fi networks:
Avoid connecting to public Wi-Fi networks without proper security measures in place.
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Download your apps from official stores:

Only download apps from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, as they are vetted for security.

Securing your device

Best practices to follow to keep your wallet secure:

Apple iOS device

Android device

General Security Tips for Both iOS and Android:

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