Recovery Phrase vs. PIN — What's the Difference?
Question: What is the difference between the recovery phrase and the PIN?
Bottom line: This is a foundational FAQ — just follow the official guidance and safety boundaries.
Key points:
- The recovery phrase is the backup of your private key.
- The PIN only unlocks the device — it is not a backup.
- Write the recovery phrase on paper and keep it offline; don't photograph it.
- Keep two backup copies in separate locations to avoid a single point of failure.
Safety reminder: Never upload or disclose your recovery phrase to anyone, only get software from official channels, and stop immediately if you encounter suspicious links.
