Cryptocurrency Q&A How to pick a seed phrase?

How to pick a seed phrase?

Thunderbolt Thunderbolt Sat Dec 14 2024 | 6 answers 1214
I'm setting up a new crypto wallet and need to choose a seed phrase. I want to know the best practices for selecting one that's secure and easy to remember. Should I use a phrase that's meaningful to me or go for a random one? Any tips would be helpful. How to pick a seed phrase?

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KatieAnderson KatieAnderson Mon Dec 16 2024
The number of words in your seed phrase determines its entropy level.

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Tommaso Tommaso Mon Dec 16 2024
Entropy is a measure of randomness or unpredictability.

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SilenceStorm SilenceStorm Mon Dec 16 2024
A higher entropy level results in a more secure wallet.

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KimonoGlitter KimonoGlitter Mon Dec 16 2024
A seed phrase can consist of 12, 15, 18, 21, or 24 words.

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Elena Elena Mon Dec 16 2024
For instance, a 24-word seed phrase offers higher security than a 12-word one.

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