A PIN (Personal Identification Number) is a numerical combination set during the initialization of your OneKey device. Password protection means that your OneKey device is secure and cannot be accessed without authorization, similar to your bank card password, and it should be known only to you.
Choosing a Good PIN Code
A PIN code is a powerful tool to keep your cryptocurrency secure. It acts as a barrier, protecting your account from unauthorized physical access to your device. We strongly recommend all OneKey users enable PIN protection and choose a unique and memorable number. Avoid using simple or predictable PINs (such as "1234" or your birthdate) or any series of repeated or consecutive numbers.
Some tips for choosing a secure PIN:
- Avoid using repeated numbers: This only increases the length without adding complexity.
- Avoid using sequences: They are easy to guess and often the first combinations tested.
- Use as many digits as possible: Increase complexity; we recommend using at least a 6-digit PIN.
Setting a PIN for Your OneKey Device
During the initialization of your OneKey hardware wallet, you will be prompted to set a PIN to protect your device. We recommend setting a strong PIN during device initialization to immediately secure your device.
What if I Forget My PIN?
Your PIN is independent of your wallet's recovery phrase. This means you can set a new PIN when you recover your OneKey device with the recovery phrase if you forget it. However, first, ensure that you have the recovery phrase. Then, you need to reset your OneKey hardware wallet and use your recovery phrase to restore the wallet and set a new PIN during the process.
For more specifics, refer to: https://help.onekey.so/hc/articles/10822167443343
Lost Your OneKey Device? Don’t Panic!
- Even if someone gains physical access to your OneKey hardware wallet, you have sufficient time to transfer funds to a secure location.
- Brute-forcing the PIN code is very difficult because, after 10 consecutive incorrect PIN entries, the OneKey hardware wallet will automatically erase all data and reset the device.