Overview
Contemporary custodial and non-custodial platforms demand attention to basic hygiene and recurring vigilance. This brief guide outlines best practices for protecting credentials, establishing recovery pathways, and reducing exposure to phishing and automated abuse. Its objective tone and precise language make it suitable for publishing as a standalone post or as part of a help center.
Key recommendations
Follow a layered approach: pair unique access credentials with multi-factor measures, maintain a minimal exposure footprint online, and use device-level protections such as operating system updates and secure storage for recovery keys. Wherever possible, prefer hardware-backed verifications and avoid sharing identifying phrases or codes in public channels.
Recovery and continuity
Document recovery phrases or codes in an offline, encrypted format and keep a geographically-separated backup. Avoid storing sensitive artifacts in cloud-synchronized folders unless they are encrypted with a strong passphrase. Periodically review account permissions and connected applications to reduce the attack surface.
Phishing and impersonation
Be cautious of unsolicited messages requesting verification or redirecting to unfamiliar domains. Validate the authenticity of messages by checking the sender details, and cross-reference unexpected prompts using official channels. When in doubt, consult official support documentation directly from the platform.