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* create backup-private-key guide * Update sign-in-with-ethereum.md * Move to markdown image, fix spacing * resize and move imgs for backup guide, linter fixes --------- Co-authored-by: Hugo Masclet <[email protected]>
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sidebar_label: 'Backup your Private Key' | ||
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import Tabs from '@theme/Tabs'; | ||
import TabItem from '@theme/TabItem'; | ||
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This guide is intended for advanced users. In order to use this recovery method you will need to safely store a JSON file on your local storage that contains your private keys. You are **fully responsible** for ensuring that you store the JSON file securely. | ||
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# Backup your Private key on local storage | ||
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This guide will teach you how to backup your private key on your local storage, such that if you forget your password you can later use the **Restore** functionality. | ||
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Look in the top right corner of your profile for the **gear sign**. Press it in order to open **Settings**. | ||
In the Setting menu, look for the second option, **Reveal private keys** and click on it. | ||
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![Example of Settings Menu](/img/extension/settings-menu.png) | ||
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## Select Reveal Private Keys | ||
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At this point, you will be prompted to enter your password one more time. You will then be able to see the JSON containing your private key. | ||
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![Example of Type Password Field](/img/extension/type-password.png) | ||
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## Store securely the JSON file with your private key | ||
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If you introduced your password correctly, you will be able to see the JSON file for your private keys. Make sure you store it securely on your local storage. |
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