How to setup your Affinidi Passphrase Reset

The Passphrase Reset feature of Affinidi Vault provides a secure method for Vault users to recover their access if you forget your Vault passphrase, while protecting stored data and credentials.

The feature generates 3 PDF files (Shares) from the current Vault Passphrase of the user, each containing phrases. Each of these files does not expose the information about the “secret” unless the required number of these individual files (Affinidi Vault requires 2 of the 3 files) are combined to be able to reconstruct the secret and use it to recover the access to the Affinidi Vault.

Setting up Affinidi Passphrase Reset

  1. Unlock your Affinidi Vault with your passphrase.

  2. Once you have unlocked your vault, go to the menu and select Settings > Passphrase Reset.

Passphrase Reset Settings
  1. Download Security Documents

Enter your current passphrase to download the 3 PDFs which consist of QR code and Secret Phrase.

  1. Securely store your Documents:

  • For Enhanced Security, share the 3 PDFs with trusted parties or store them on secure devices.

  • Check your Download Folder for the files.

  1. If you have changed your passphrase, repeat Steps 3 & 4.

Tips on Securely Distributing and Storing the Recovery Files

You must securely distribute the files to your trusted person, devices, or location, which you can use later to recover access if you forget your passphrase, to unlock the Affinidi Vault.

Follow some of these tips on securely distributing and storing the recovery files:

  • Give one of the copies to someone you trust, like your family members or friends.

  • Store one of the copies on one of your trusted devices, either on a laptop or mobile device.

  • Store one of the copies in a secure storage service, like Google Drive, to have a digitally accessible copy.

  • Print one of the copies and keep it safe in a secure physical location with restricted access, such as a deposit box.

Never store the copies in a single location to reduce the risk of someone getting a copy of the recovery files and gaining access to your Affinidi Vault.



When Should You Set Up Your Passphrase Reset?

It is recommended to set this up as soon as you have your Affinidi Vault created. Apart from this method, there will be no other way for you to reset your passphrase.
Affinidi will not be able to do it for you.

By following these steps, you can ensure that you have a way to reset your passphrase, and regain access to your Affinidi Vault if you forget your passphrase.

Forgotten your Passphrase and needs a Reset?

Follow these steps to reset your passphrase, and when you are unable to log into your Affinidi Vault.