Seed Phrase Basics
Your 12 words are everything. Guard them like your life savings—because they are.
What is a Seed Phrase?
A seed phrase is 12 random words that generate your entire wallet. These words, in order, create all your keys, addresses, and identity.
Example (never use this):
abandon abandon abandon abandon abandon abandon abandon abandon abandon abandon abandon about
Why It Matters
- Full control — Anyone with these words controls your Bitcoin
- Recovery — Lose your phone? Restore with your seed
- Permanence — Your seed never changes
Security Rules
- ✗ Never store digitally (no photos, no notes apps)
- ✗ Never share with anyone
- ✗ Never enter on a website
- ✓ Write on paper
- ✓ Store offline in a safe place
- ✓ Consider multiple copies in different locations