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Security Guard: Understand and Strengthen Your Account Security

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Cryptocurrency Account Security
Security Guard: Your Ultimate Digital Asset Protector
Whether you are a newly registered user or a long-time community member, let's take a comprehensive look at how to maximize the "Security Guard" to protect your digital assets today.

🛡️ What is Security Guard?

Security Guard is an intuitive, visual account security management system. Based on the security tools you have currently bound, it calculates your Security Score in real-time.
 
  • Visualize Risk: No more guessing. Clearly grasp your account's security level through intuitive scores and star ratings.
  • Instant Positive Feedback: Complete a security task, and watch your score update immediately, making every upgrade to your protection visible.
  • Smart, Tailored Recommendations: The system precisely detects your account status and prioritizes the actions that will boost your security the most, helping you reach the top tier faster.

Your Security Score reflects the security settings enabled on your account. A higher score indicates more complete security settings, but does not guarantee protection against all threats.

📍 Where to Find Your Security Score?

You can check your Security Guard status at any time via the following paths:
 
  • Web: Log in to the website, go to your Profile page, and you will see the Security Score entry at the top of the page; or check the top right corner of the Security Settings page. Click here to go directly
  • App: Open the KuCoin App, go to Profile, and look below your UID in the center; or go to the Security Settings page, where it is prominently displayed at the very top.

📊 Understanding Security Ratings

Based on your comprehensive security score, the system categorizes your account into one of three levels (scores shown below are examples for illustration):

 

1. Weak Security

Low security score. Your account has potential risks, and we recommend completing basic security setups ASAP.

 

 

2. Moderate Security

You have enabled some key security protections. Review the remaining recommendations to further strengthen your account security.

 

 
3. Strong Security
Multiple advanced protections are active. Your account is well protected!
 

🚀 How to Boost Your Security Score?

On the Security Guard details page, you will see a list of Security Recommendations tailored specifically for you. Next to each recommendation, you'll clearly see the potential score increase (indicated by stars ⭐️). Simply tap on any recommendation to jump directly to the corresponding settings page, saving you time from navigating through complex menus.

🛡️ Deep Dive: Core Security Tools Explained (Why Do They Matter?)

To help you better understand the recommendations, here is a breakdown of the 5 core security tools highlighted by the Security Guard and their unique value:
 

🔑 Passkey
What it is: The next generation of passwordless authentication.
Why it matters: It uses your device's biometrics (like Face ID or Fingerprint) for verification. It provides phishing-resistant authentication and reduces reliance on passwords, while allowing you to log in instantly. It is one of the most secure and convenient authentication methods available on KuCoin.

 

📱 Google Authenticator (GA)
What it is: Provides time-based, dynamic one-time passwords (TOTP).
Why it matters: It adds an extra layer of protection when required for login or sensitive actions, helping reduce the risk of unauthorized access even if your password is compromised. Never share these codes or enter them on an unverified website.

 

🛡️ Anti-Phishing Code
What it is: A unique code or phrase customized by you.
Why it matters: Once enabled, all official emails from the exchange (e.g., withdrawal confirmations, password changes) will include this code. If the code is missing or incorrect, stop and verify through official channels. Always check the sender and destination URL as well.

 

📞 Phone Verification
What it is: Binding your primary mobile number.
Why it matters: Used to receive SMS verification codes for sensitive operations like logins and withdrawals. It may also support account recovery, subject to additional verification.

 

✉️ Email Verification
What it is: Binding your primary email address.
Why it matters: Ensures you receive account activity notifications and security alerts. It may also be used for password resets or account recovery, subject to verification. Protect your linked email account with a unique password and two-factor authentication.

Make Security a Habit

Account security is not a one-time setup, but a continuous habit. We recommend checking your Security Guard periodically to identify and fill any gaps. Head to your Profile now and see if your security score has reached the "Strong Security" level!

Disclaimer: The information on this page may come from third parties and does not necessarily reflect KuCoin’s views. It is provided for general reference only and should not be interpreted as financial or investment advice.

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