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If someone threatens your funds, entering the Trick Pin for "look blank" will make your Cold Card seem uninitialized. Conversely, entering the "brick" PIN renders it permanently inaccessible, disabling the attacker's access.
Customization Tips:
Use memorable yet complex PINs.
Assign safe actions for each PIN.
Remember, Trick Pins are a vital security layer for physical threats.
3. Passphrases: Obfuscate and Secure Your Wallets
While seed phrases are the cornerstone of Bitcoin security, passphrases provide an extra layer of protection. They effectively create a hidden wallet that appears only when the correct passphrase is entered, enhancing privacy and security.
Setting a Passphrase:
- Access Main Menu > Passphrase.