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Article: Security tips before you start

New to Bitcoin? Start safe. Here’s how to protect your account, your Bitcoin, and your future.

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🔐 Use a Strong Password

  • Pick a unique password for 1Bitcoin.ca that you don’t use anywhere else.

  • Use a password manager like Bitwarden or 1Password to store it safely.


📱 Enable 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication)

  • Go to your account settings and enable 2FA.

  • Use an app like Google Authenticator or Authy.

  • This adds an extra layer of security—your password alone won’t be enough to log in.


🏦 Always Withdraw to Your Own Wallet

  • For long-term safety, move your Bitcoin to a wallet you control.

  • Recommended: BlueWallet, Phoenix, or Coldcard for extra security.


🧠 Be Scam Aware

  • We’ll never ask for your password, codes, or to “remote into your screen.”

  • Ignore any unsolicited calls, emails, or messages pretending to be us.


🌐 Don’t Use Public Wi-Fi

  • Access your account only from secure networks.

  • Avoid logging in from shared or unknown computers.


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