Prepare before creation
When working through “Prepare before creation”, separate what the interface displays from what the blockchain records. A wallet can organize information, prepare a request and show the result, but the selected network ultimately determines transaction and contract state. For Create & Backup, confirm the network, account and destination rather than relying only on familiar buttons or visual cues.
A practical review sequence is source, target, permission and outcome. Identify where the request came from, what address or contract it affects, what authority it is asking for, and what may happen after approval. This turns a vague sense that a request “looks normal” into a set of facts that can be checked before acting.
If the interface does not match expectations, avoid immediately repeating the action. Check the selected network, whether a transaction hash exists, whether an explorer shows the record, and whether the token or contract address matches the intended asset. Confirmation can take time, especially when a network is congested.
Security boundaries remain important throughout Create & Backup. imtoken will never ask for a seed phrase, private key or verification code. Do not send those secrets to anyone or enter them into an unfamiliar website. Before a transfer, signature or approval, review the address, network, amount, spender and permission scope. Third-party DApps and smart contracts can introduce risks outside a wallet’s control.
After completing the step, verify the observable result rather than assuming success from a button state. A transaction hash, explorer record, updated network state or changed permission can provide a more reliable confirmation.
Key point
Creating a wallet is not just a sequence of buttons. The important part is establishing a recovery method that is accurate, private and verifiable. Anyone who obtains a seed phrase or private key may be able to control the wallet.
Record the backup securely
A practical review sequence is source, target, permission and outcome. Identify where the request came from, what address or contract it affects, what authority it is asking for, and what may happen after approval. This turns a vague sense that a request “looks normal” into a set of facts that can be checked before acting.
If the interface does not match expectations, avoid immediately repeating the action. Check the selected network, whether a transaction hash exists, whether an explorer shows the record, and whether the token or contract address matches the intended asset. Confirmation can take time, especially when a network is congested.
Security boundaries remain important throughout Create & Backup. imtoken will never ask for a seed phrase, private key or verification code. Do not send those secrets to anyone or enter them into an unfamiliar website. Before a transfer, signature or approval, review the address, network, amount, spender and permission scope. Third-party DApps and smart contracts can introduce risks outside a wallet’s control.
When working through “Record the backup securely”, separate what the interface displays from what the blockchain records. A wallet can organize information, prepare a request and show the result, but the selected network ultimately determines transaction and contract state. For Create & Backup, confirm the network, account and destination rather than relying only on familiar buttons or visual cues.
After completing the step, verify the observable result rather than assuming success from a button state. A transaction hash, explorer record, updated network state or changed permission can provide a more reliable confirmation.
Key point
Creating a wallet is not just a sequence of buttons. The important part is establishing a recovery method that is accurate, private and verifiable. Anyone who obtains a seed phrase or private key may be able to control the wallet.
Verify that the backup is usable
If the interface does not match expectations, avoid immediately repeating the action. Check the selected network, whether a transaction hash exists, whether an explorer shows the record, and whether the token or contract address matches the intended asset. Confirmation can take time, especially when a network is congested.
Security boundaries remain important throughout Create & Backup. imtoken will never ask for a seed phrase, private key or verification code. Do not send those secrets to anyone or enter them into an unfamiliar website. Before a transfer, signature or approval, review the address, network, amount, spender and permission scope. Third-party DApps and smart contracts can introduce risks outside a wallet’s control.
When working through “Verify that the backup is usable”, separate what the interface displays from what the blockchain records. A wallet can organize information, prepare a request and show the result, but the selected network ultimately determines transaction and contract state. For Create & Backup, confirm the network, account and destination rather than relying only on familiar buttons or visual cues.
A practical review sequence is source, target, permission and outcome. Identify where the request came from, what address or contract it affects, what authority it is asking for, and what may happen after approval. This turns a vague sense that a request “looks normal” into a set of facts that can be checked before acting.
After completing the step, verify the observable result rather than assuming success from a button state. A transaction hash, explorer record, updated network state or changed permission can provide a more reliable confirmation.
Key point
Creating a wallet is not just a sequence of buttons. The important part is establishing a recovery method that is accurate, private and verifiable. Anyone who obtains a seed phrase or private key may be able to control the wallet.
What to check during import
Security boundaries remain important throughout Create & Backup. imtoken will never ask for a seed phrase, private key or verification code. Do not send those secrets to anyone or enter them into an unfamiliar website. Before a transfer, signature or approval, review the address, network, amount, spender and permission scope. Third-party DApps and smart contracts can introduce risks outside a wallet’s control.
When working through “What to check during import”, separate what the interface displays from what the blockchain records. A wallet can organize information, prepare a request and show the result, but the selected network ultimately determines transaction and contract state. For Create & Backup, confirm the network, account and destination rather than relying only on familiar buttons or visual cues.
A practical review sequence is source, target, permission and outcome. Identify where the request came from, what address or contract it affects, what authority it is asking for, and what may happen after approval. This turns a vague sense that a request “looks normal” into a set of facts that can be checked before acting.
If the interface does not match expectations, avoid immediately repeating the action. Check the selected network, whether a transaction hash exists, whether an explorer shows the record, and whether the token or contract address matches the intended asset. Confirmation can take time, especially when a network is congested.
After completing the step, verify the observable result rather than assuming success from a button state. A transaction hash, explorer record, updated network state or changed permission can provide a more reliable confirmation.
Key point
Creating a wallet is not just a sequence of buttons. The important part is establishing a recovery method that is accurate, private and verifiable. Anyone who obtains a seed phrase or private key may be able to control the wallet.
Practical checklist
- Verify the domain or source before connecting.
- Confirm the intended network and account.
- Never share a seed phrase, private key or verification code.
- Review amount, gas, signer, spender and permission scope when relevant.
- Use a transaction hash or block explorer to verify on-chain state.