#CryptoSecurity101 Here's a primer on #CryptoSecurity101 — the essential steps to keep your crypto safe:
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🔐 Crypto Security 101: How to Protect Your Assets
1. Use a Hardware Wallet (Cold Storage)
Why? Keeps your private keys offline, immune from online hacks.
Top Picks: Ledger Nano X, Trezor Model T.
Avoid storing large amounts of crypto on exchanges.
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2. Enable 2FA Everywhere
Always enable two-factor authentication (Google Authenticator or Authy) on:
Exchange accounts
Wallets
Email tied to crypto services
Tip: Avoid SMS-based 2FA — it's vulnerable to SIM swap attacks.
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3. Beware of Phishing
Never click on links from random emails, messages, or social media DMs.
Always check domain names carefully. Scammers often use lookalike URLs (e.g., bìnance.com).
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4. Use Strong, Unique Passwords
Don’t reuse passwords across accounts.
Use a reputable password manager like Bitwarden, 1Password, or KeePass.
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5. Back Up Recovery Phrases Securely
Write down your seed/recovery phrase on paper or metal (e.g., Cryptosteel), not in digital form.
Store backups in multiple secure locations (fireproof safe, safety deposit box).
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6. Keep Software Up to Date
Wallet apps, operating systems, and browsers should always be updated to patch vulnerabilities.
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7. Don't Trust, Verify
If it sounds too good to be true (airdrops, giveaways, "guaranteed profits") — it is.
Only download wallets and apps from official sources.
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8. Limit What You Share
Don’t overshare on social media. Revealing you own a lot of crypto can make you a target.
Avoid bragging about trades, wallet balances, or specific holdings.
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