Secret Key & SEED

This is a really important section.

After logging in to https://crypto-wallet.coti.io/connect , click on the trustchain enter button.

Be sure to choose testnet if you are trying to setup a node on the testnet.

What is a good secret key?

Choosing a secret key is very important and although a minimum of 8 characters is allowed, i would advise to go with the maximum of 15 characters for better security. Below is a random example of a secret key I could have chosen which is suitable.

An example of a good secret key using all 15 characters with a mix of upper, lower and numbers

You may be thinking how will I remember that? The answer is either write it down and keep it safe, or you could use a password manager like Bitwarden or Lastpass which are much more effective and safer than storing anything in your browser.

Wallet and Private Key

Now go to https://crypto-wallet.coti.io/connect and sign in to retrieve the private key we need for the node install. Also never give this to anyone also.

Copy the private key above.

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