The “Nimiq Safe” 101
The Nimiq Safe is a free and open-source, client-side user interface. It allows you to interact directly with the Nimiq blockchain while remaining in full control of your keys and your funds. You and only you are responsible for your security.
Nimiq Safe Accounts
When you create an account in the Nimiq Safe, you are generating a cryptographic set of numbers: your private key (represented by 24 Account Recovery Words) and your public key (represented by the Account Number). The handling of your keys happens entirely on your computer, inside your browser. We never transmit, receive or store your private key, Recovery Words, Pass Phrase, PIN, Account Access File or other account information.You are simply using our user interface to interact directly with the blockchain. If you send your account number (public key) to someone, they can send you NIM. If you send your private key, 24 Account Recovery Words or Account Access File with Pass Phrase to someone, they will have full control of your account.
Be Smart
Phishers might send you a message with a link to a website that looks just like the Nimiq Safe, PayPal, or your online banking, but it is not the real website. They steal your information and then steal your money.
We cannot recover your funds or freeze your account if you visit a phishing site or lose your private key.
Always validate the URL: https://safe.nimiq.com
Manually type this in the URL address bar of your browser, check spelling and bookmark the URL. Do not trust links sent to you via email, Slack, Reddit, Twitter, etc. Always navigate directly to https://nimiq.com before you enter any security relevant information.
The only authorized view that will ever ask you for your Pass Phrase, PIN or 24 Recovery Words is triggered by your security relevant account actions in the Nimiq Safe that prompt the:
“Nimiq Keyguard” at https://keyguard.nimiq.com/...
Install an AdBlocker and do not click on ads in your search engine (e.g. Google).
Lost passwords
If you lose your Recovery Words, Pass Phrase or PIN, they are gone forever. Don’t lose them.
Backup
Make a backup of your 24 Recovery Words and Pass Phrase. Do NOT just store them on your computer. Print or write them down on a piece of paper. Store one ore more copies of this paper in one or more secure and private physical locations. A backup is not useful if it is destroyed by a fire or flood along with your laptop. Do not store your recovery words in Dropbox, Google Drive, or other cloud storage. If such account were to be compromised, your funds will be stolen.
For additional information see “Protecting Yourself and Your Funds”.
Be Safe!
Team Nimiq
DISCLAIMER: None of the statements must be viewed as an endorsement or recommendation for Nimiq, any cryptocurrency, or investment product. Neither the information, nor any opinion contained herein constitutes a solicitation or offer by the creators or participants to buy or sell any securities or other financial instruments or provide any investment advice or service.
