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This guide aims to offer insights into crafting a secure password and understanding its broader significance.
Crafting the ideal password for Magic Eden App
Contrary to popular belief, a strong password isn't synonymous with a good one. The real strength lies in its uniqueness. An ideal password distinguishes itself from any other you've set elsewhere.
A truly random password is the zenith of password strength. Password manager apps offer a convenient solution to generate and store these. For those taking the manual route or those in search of a master password, the following guidelines are useful:
Originality over obviousness
Avoid names, anniversaries, or any information that's public or easily guessable.
Embrace random words
Contrary to intuition, random words, when combined, form a robust defense. Four unrelated words can often surpass the security of conventional passwords. The key here is genuine randomness.
Shatter conventions:
Forgo the instinct to capitalize only the first letter—pick any. Resist appending numbers at the end; embed them. Skip common symbol replacements, like replacing 'a' with '@' or 's' with '$'.
Length matters
Aim for a password that's 16 characters or longer.
Diversify language
Incorporate non-English words if possible.
One-time use
The golden rule of password security—never reuse passwords.
Setting up or changing a password in Magic Eden App
For a fresh password setup for your Web3 Wallet or amending an old one, follow these steps:
Within Magic Eden App, click on the Profile icon or name at the top left corner of the Home page
On the Accounts page, select the gear settings icon
On the Settings page, select Security > Update Password
Once you are on the Change Passwords page, you will be able to enter a new password
Once you confirm your new password, select Save Password
The pitfall of browser password management
Some browsers or gadgets offer to save passwords. It’s wise to avoid this. Should your browser or device be compromised, your saved passwords might be exposed. The safer route? A dedicated password manager.
With the right knowledge and tools, rest assured that you’re on the path of a secure crypto journey.