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Security

Altitude Wallet prioritizes the safety of your assets through multiple layers of protection.

Local Key Storage​

Private keys never leave your device. All sensitive cryptographic operations happen locally within the browser extension's secure context.

Encryption​

AES encryption protects all sensitive data:

  • Vault encryption — Wallet data encrypted at rest
  • Password-based keys — Encryption keys derived from your password
  • Secure storage — Browser extension storage APIs with encryption

Password Protection​

Secure vault access with password authentication:

  • Password requirements — Enforced complexity for stronger security
  • Lock mechanism — Automatic lock after period of inactivity
  • Biometric support — Hardware security key integration where available

Seed Phrase Backup​

Standard BIP-39 mnemonic phrase support:

  • 12 and 24 word phrases — Industry standard recovery methods
  • Secure display — Phrase revealed only during creation or export
  • Verification — Confirm backup completion before proceeding

Private Key Export​

Optional export functionality for advanced users:

  • Encrypted export — Keys exported with password protection
  • QR code support — Secure transfer to mobile devices
  • Clear warnings — User education on security risks

Transaction Security​

Multiple safeguards for transaction execution:

  • Approval interface — Dedicated UI for reviewing transactions
  • Amount verification — Double-check send amounts and recipients
  • Gas estimation — Accurate fee calculation before confirmation
  • Network verification — Clear indication of target network