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What is a Master Key?

A Master Key is an additional password that allows you to:

Note: Master Key should not be confused with sign-in Two-factor Authentication (2FA).

We recommend setting up a Master Key in combination with other security features

What methods are available to use as your Master Key? 
  • Hardware Security Key (most secure)  A USB device that you insert into your computer which generates a unique passcode every time you touch or tap the device. This unique passcode would be, in this case, your Master Key and it would change with every use.
  • Authenticator app (moderately secure)  Usually installed on a smartphone and generates a 6-8 digit passcode every 30 seconds. As with a Hardware Security Key, this unique passcode would be your Master Key and would change with each use.
  • Static password (least secure; not recommended) To be used if you want your Master Key to be a text password of your choice. As a static password does not change with each use, it’s less secure than the other options and should be long and complex enough not to be guessed.

How do I set up a Master Key?
  • Click on your name in the upper-right corner of the page.
  • Click on Security.
  • Click on 2FA Settings.
  • Click the On/Off toggle in the Master Key section and choose the method you want to use.
  • Click on your name in the upper-right corner of the page.
  • Click on Settings.
  • Click on the Security tab.
  • Click the On/Off toggle in the Master Key section and choose the method you want to use.

You can not 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.