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With the increasing popularity of digital currencies, security has become one of the top concerns for users. To better protect users' digital assets, the imToken app has introduced a biometric feature. Biometric technology verifies users through their biological characteristics (such as fingerprint or facial recognition), ensuring that only authorized users can access their wallets. The application of this technology not only enhances security but also improves user experience. Next, we will provide a detailed introduction on how to set up biometrics in imToken and share some practical tips to boost work efficiency, helping users make better use of this feature.
First, make sure that the latest version of imToken is installed on your device. You can search for "imToken" in the app store to download it.
Once the installation is successful, open the imToken app and enter your login information. If you are a new user, follow the prompts to create a wallet and complete the backup.
After successfully logging in, click on "Me" in the bottom right corner of the homepage to enter the personal center page.
On the personal center page, scroll down to "Settings" and click to enter. On the settings page, find the "Security Settings" option, and after clicking to enter, you will see the "Biometric" related settings.
In the biometric settings, you will see two options: "Fingerprint Recognition" and "Face Recognition." If your device supports them, choose the biometric method you wish to use and follow the prompts to enable the corresponding feature. During this process, you may need to verify your login password once.
After the biometric feature is enabled, you will see a confirmation page indicating that the feature has been successfully activated. From then on, you can quickly log in to imToken using biometric authentication each time, without having to repeatedly enter your password.
After enabling biometrics, users no longer need to remember complex passwords and can quickly log in using fingerprint or facial recognition. This not only saves the time required to enter a password, but also reduces the hassle caused by forgetting passwords.
To maintain account security, it is recommended to regularly update your biometric information. If you notice a decrease in recognition accuracy during use, it may be due to finger injuries or other factors. In such cases, it is advised to re-register your fingerprint or facial information on the settings page.
Although biometrics enhance security, adding secondary verification can further improve the security level of your account. You can enable secondary verification via SMS or email confirmation in the security settings of imToken.
The key to biometric security lies in the device itself. If your device is infected with malware, it may lead to the leakage of personal information. Therefore, make sure to install trusted security software on your device and perform regular system updates.
Even if biometric authentication is enabled, backing up your private key should not be neglected. When you need to restore your wallet or change devices, make sure to back up your mnemonic phrase or private key to avoid asset loss.
Biometric technology is more secure than traditional passwords because it is based on unique physical characteristics (such as fingerprints or facial features). Even if someone obtains your password, they cannot replicate your biometric traits.
If your device is lost, use another device to change your imToken password as soon as possible and enable emergency lock. Make sure you have backed up your mnemonic phrase so you can restore your wallet on a new device.
If biometric recognition is not effective, try cleaning the fingerprint sensor or facial camera. You can also go to the settings page to re-enter your biometric data to ensure the information is accurate.
Currently, imToken supports selecting one biometric method for login. You can switch the method at any time in the settings, but simultaneous use is not supported.
Typically, biometric features do not significantly affect device performance. Modern smartphones are optimized at the hardware level to efficiently handle biometric requests.
For security reasons, we do not recommend using biometric features on cracked or jailbroken devices. Such devices may have security vulnerabilities that could put user assets at risk.
By following the above steps, you will be able to successfully set up biometric authentication in imToken, ensuring greater security for your digital assets. At the same time, as you gain a deeper understanding and application of this feature, you will also be able to improve your efficiency in using imToken, making digital asset management more convenient.
