Most traditional wallets require a seed phrase - a string of words you write down and keep safe - to recover your account if you lose your phone.
We thought there was a better way.
How Argent does it differently
Argent replaces the need for a seed phrase with a smarter recovery system, powered by:
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Smart contracts
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Your phone’s secure storage
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Guardians (people or devices you trust)
What happens on your phone
When you create your Argent wallet:
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A private key is generated locally on your phone
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This key is encrypted using your phone's passcode and, if available, the Secure Enclave
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It is stored safely inside the app or your phone’s Keychain - the most secure part of your device
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The key never leaves your phone unencrypted
So how do you recover your wallet?
If you lose your phone and encrypted recovery kit, your guardians can work together to create a new private key that replaces the lost one. This is only possible because Argent is a smart contract wallet - your wallet lives onchain and recognizes the new key once your guardians approve it.
Why this is better
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No seed phrase to write down or hide
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No risk of someone finding it or losing it
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Recovery is simple and secure, using people or devices you trust
It is a faster, safer, and more user-friendly way to stay in control of your funds.
Find out more on wallet recovery here.