Security learning path
Crypto Exchange Account Security
Secure the account before depositing funds, then prepare for the mistakes and access problems that can happen later. These guides focus on controls a beginner can understand and verify.
Before you continue
Keep these checks in view
- Verify the official website and app
- Protect email and use a unique password
- Configure strong authentication and recovery
- Review withdrawal and session controls
- Know how to respond to phishing or device loss
Secure a new account
Start with the complete checklist, then configure authentication before funding.
Crypto Exchange Safety Checklist
Use this practical checklist to secure an exchange account, avoid phishing, test withdrawals, and reduce custody risk.
How to Set Up 2FA on a Crypto Exchange
Learn how crypto exchange two-factor authentication works, which method to choose, and how to prepare secure recovery before funding.
Avoid account takeover
Recognize impersonation and use only verified recovery channels.
How to Spot a Fake Crypto Exchange Website
Check domains, messages, login prompts, support claims, and payment demands before trusting a crypto exchange website or app.
Lost Your Crypto Exchange Authenticator? What to Do
Use a safe account recovery checklist after losing a phone, authenticator app, security key, or access to crypto exchange 2FA.
Crypto Exchange Account Hacked? Act in This Order
Follow an account takeover response plan for suspected exchange hacks, unauthorized withdrawals, API keys, email compromise, and recovery scams.
Crypto Exchange Account Locked? What to Check
Diagnose a locked crypto exchange account, protect remaining access, prepare support evidence, and avoid fake recovery services.
Choose a custody model
Understand what changes when assets remain on an exchange or move to a wallet.