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What's a private key/seed phrase?
Think of it this way: the seed phrase is the master key that controls the whole wallet, and each private key is a sub-key for one specific address. You can use a seed phrase to restore all accounts, addresses, and assets at once. A private key only controls the address on its corresponding chain.Published on Aug 24, 2023Updated on Aug 4, 20263,168How do I use a physical security key to protect my account?
What is physical security key? A physical security key is a type of hardware-based authentication used to verify account access and transactions. Unlike software-based options, physical security keys work offline and are not reliant on cloud services, minimizing risks like account takeovers or unauthorized access.Why choose physical security key?Published on Jan 10, 2025Updated on Aug 25, 202623,057What is OKX keyless wallet?
They also provide a smooth and user-friendly experience that doesn't require users to manage private keys or seed phrases, which can be challenging for new users entering Web3. Lower effort for recovering private keys The keyless wallet can undertake a refresh operation to substitute new private key shares for each party's lost or stolen private key share. This makes the stolen or lost share useless and lowers the price of recovering the private key. How do I restore a keyless wallet?Published on Aug 1, 2023Updated on Sep 1, 2026218How do I connect a third-party trading terminal or bot to my OKX account?
An API-key connection uses a key that you create in your own OKX account and paste into the tool. The tool acts with exactly the permissions you granted that key, and you can change or delete the key in your OKX account at any time.Published on Sep 3, 2026Updated on Sep 3, 2026How do I export my AA Smart Account?
Select the wallet that you've stored in your AA Smart Account Tap to view your seed phrase and write it down separately Alternatively, you can select the Private key and select your AA Smart Account > the chain that you wish to back up and select Copy anyway to back up your AA Smart Account's private key. Select your AA Smart Account to copy your private keyPrivate Key Wallet Select Private key to back up if your AA Smart Account is created under the private key wallet.Published on Aug 11, 2023Updated on Aug 5, 202640OKX API FAQ
You may create a new API if you lose the password, as we can't recover APIs.How do I manage or edit the API key? To manage or edit your API key on OKX: Log in to your OKX account and go to Profile > API. You'll see a list of your existing API keys. Click on the one you want to manage. From here you can: View the API key name, permissions, and linked IP whitelist. Edit the key name, permissions (Read, Trade, Withdraw), or bound IP addresses. Delete the key if it's no longer needed.Published on Sep 20, 2024Updated on Sep 28, 2026144How do I safeguard my Web3 wallet from fraudsters?
Safeguard your private key: minimize internet-connected device usage for storing/transmitting private keys on hardware. Avoid taking screenshots or photos of private keys/Mnemonic phrases. Be wary of unknown sources: avoid importing private keys into unknown websites or using wallets from unfamiliar sources. Promptly check for malware or viruses if abnormalities are detected. Store your data offline: keep sensitive information like private keys, passwords, and mnemonic phrases confidential.Published on Dec 13, 2023Updated on Aug 26, 20261,126How Do I Fix a Corrupted OKX Wallet Browser Extension?
Open the OKX Wallet extension, enter your wallet password, and back up your recovery phrase or private key. After confirming your recovery phrase or private key has been safely backed up, uninstall and reinstall the extension. Restore your wallet using the recovery phrase or private key, then delete the backup folder created in Step 3.Published on Jun 26, 2026Updated on Aug 5, 202638What onboarding information is required for a privately owned company?
Who are the key people for a privately owned company? As part of our due diligence checks for regulatory purposes, OKX will require key roles of your company and the authorized user (if different from the key roles) of your institutional account to provide identity verification information during the institutional verification process.Published on Oct 13, 2023Updated on Aug 5, 2026299How can I get my project listed on OKX?
Highlight key milestones, partnerships, and recognitions. This helps demonstrate credibility and progress.Should I provide ecosystem data? Yes. Include key metrics such as: Total Value Locked (TVL) Market share User growth Accurate, data-driven information strengthens your application.Do I need to explain competitors and differentiators? Yes.Published on Apr 16, 2026Updated on Aug 26, 20265What onboarding information is required for a Trust?
Upload a photo or scanned copy of the key person’s ID document Please upload both the front and back sides of the ID card. If the ID card does not have a back side, uploading the front side or the photo page is sufficient. What'll a Trust need to consider for the onboarding process? Identify all key parties Identify all parties involved in the trust, including the trustee, beneficiaries, grantors, and any authorized users.Published on Oct 13, 2023Updated on Aug 25, 2026139What onboarding information is required for the government-owned enterprise?
These entities are typically created to engage in commercial activities on behalf of the government.Who are the key persons for a government-owned enterprise?Published on Oct 13, 2023Updated on Aug 25, 202673What onboarding information is required for a fund?
Funds are collective investment vehicles established by pooling money from investors, such as hedge funds, pension funds, mutual funds, and private investment funds.Who are the key persons for a fund?Published on Oct 13, 2023Updated on Aug 19, 2026132AI Builder Program Integration Guide
Create a Fast API Key for a User Step 1 – Obtain client_secret and client_id Obtain your client_secret and client_id. You will use these credentials to help users create API Keys. How do I obtain client_secret and client_id? After confirming your email address, you will receive the corresponding passkeys. API Key, Secret Key, and Passphrase must be stored in a secure local environment or on the Builder backend, encrypted, and isolated by user.Published on Aug 21, 2026Updated on Sep 2, 20269How do I create passkeys? (web)
Select Passkeys and complete the security verificationCreate with this device If you want to create your passkey with your current device, select Continue and complete the biometric authentication/PIN code on your deviceUse another device or physical key Select USB security key Insert your security key and follow the instructions to create your passkey Select A different device Scan the QR code using your mobile device or tablet's native QR code scanner and complete the authentication on your deviceVerifyPublished on Aug 16, 2023Updated on Oct 22, 20264,460