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Security Settings
description: Configure security and privacy settings in DropFi
Security Settings
🔐 Password Management
Changing Your Password
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Access Security Settings
- Click DropFi icon → Settings
- Navigate to Security tab
- Click "Change Password"
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Password Requirements
Password Best Practices
- Unique: Don't reuse from other sites
- Complex: Mix of characters, numbers, symbols
- Long: 12+ characters recommended
- Memorable: Use passphrases
- Secure: Never share with anyone
🔒 Auto-Lock Settings
Configure Auto-Lock
Protect your wallet when inactive:
Lock on Browser Close
- Enable: Locks when browser closes
- Disable: Stays unlocked between sessions
- Recommended: Enable for shared computers
🌐 Privacy Settings
Connected Sites Management
Data Collection
What we NEVER collect:
- ❌ Private keys
- ❌ Passwords
- ❌ Transaction details
- ❌ Personal information
Optional anonymous data:
- ✓ Feature usage
- ✓ Error reports
- ✓ Performance metrics
🛡️ Advanced Security
Enable Hardware Wallet
For maximum security:
- Connect Ledger device
- Enable in Security → Hardware Wallet
- Approve transactions on device
- Private keys never leave device
Security Alerts
Get notified about:
- Suspicious transaction requests
- New device logins
- Failed password attempts
- Unusual activity patterns
📱 Two-Factor Authentication
Setting Up 2FA (Coming Soon)
🔑 Backup & Recovery
Export Private Keys
⚠️ WARNING: Only do this if absolutely necessary!
- Settings → Security → Export Keys
- Enter password
- Choose export format:
- Encrypted: Password-protected file
- Plain text: Unencrypted (dangerous)
- Save securely offline
Backup Best Practices
- Physical backup: Write seed phrase on paper
- Multiple copies: Store in different locations
- Never digital: Don't store in cloud/email
- Test recovery: Verify backup works
- Secure storage: Use fireproof safe
🚨 Security Checkup
Regular Security Audit
Monthly Tasks
- Review connected sites
- Check for updates
- Verify backup works
- Review transaction history
- Update password if needed
🔐 Permission Management
Site Permissions
Control what DApps can do:
| Permission | Risk | Default |
|---|---|---|
| View address | Low | Allowed |
| Request signatures | Medium | Ask each time |
| Auto-approve small amounts | High | Disabled |
| Access transaction history | Medium | Disabled |
Revoke Permissions
- Go to Connected Sites
- Click site to manage
- Toggle permissions
- Or disconnect entirely
💡 Security Tips
Daily Habits
- Lock when done: Don't leave unlocked
- Verify URLs: Check for phishing
- Review transactions: Before signing
- Update regularly: Install updates
Red Flags 🚩
- Unexpected permission requests
- Sites asking for seed phrase
- Urgent "security" messages
- Too-good-to-be-true offers
- Typos in official communications
If Compromised
- Transfer funds immediately to new wallet
- Revoke all permissions
- Change password
- Check all accounts
- Report to support
🔄 Reset & Recovery
Factory Reset
⚠️ This will delete everything!
- Export/backup important data
- Settings → Advanced → Reset
- Confirm three times
- Re-import wallet after
Emergency Contacts
- Support: support@dropfi.app
🔒 Remember: Your security is only as strong as your weakest practice. Stay vigilant, keep backups, and never share sensitive information!