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# 4. Unlocking Your Wallet

### Overview

Your wallet automatically locks after a period of inactivity for security. You'll need to unlock it with your password to access your funds and perform transactions.

### When You Need to Unlock

You'll be prompted to unlock your wallet when:

* You first open the extension after installation
* The wallet has been locked due to inactivity
* You manually locked the wallet from Settings
* You restart your browser

### Unlocking Process

#### Step 1: Enter Password

1. Open the Amadeus Wallet Extension
2. Enter your wallet password
3. Click **"Unlock"**

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> 💡 **Tip**: If you've forgotten your password, you can reset it using your Seed64 via "Forgot Password".

#### Step 2: Access Granted

Once unlocked, you'll be taken to your dashboard where you can:

* View your balance
* Send and receive tokens
* View transaction history
* Access all wallet features

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### Auto-Lock Feature

The wallet automatically locks after a period of inactivity to protect your funds. The default auto-lock duration is **15 minutes** (configurable up to 30 minutes or more).

#### Configuring Auto-Lock

You can change the auto-lock duration in Settings:

1. Go to **Settings** → **Security & Privacy**
2. Find **"Auto-lock Duration"**
3. Select your preferred duration:
   * 5 minutes
   * 15 minutes (default)
   * 30 minutes
   * 1 hour
   * Never (not recommended)

> ⚠️ **Security Warning**: Setting auto-lock to "Never" means your wallet stays unlocked until you manually lock it. This is less secure and not recommended.

### Manual Locking

You can manually lock your wallet at any time:

1. Go to **Settings**
2. Click **"Lock Wallet"** button at the bottom
3. Your wallet will be locked immediately

Alternatively, you can lock from the dashboard:

* Click the lock icon in the header
* Or use the lock button in Settings

### Forgot Password

If you've forgotten your password:

1. Click **"Forgot Password"** on the unlock screen
2. Enter your Seed64 (Base58-encoded string)
3. Create a new password
4. Confirm the new password
5. Your wallet will be unlocked with the new password

> ⚠️ **Important**: You must have your Seed64 to reset your password. Without it, you cannot access your wallet.

### Security Best Practices

* ✅ Use a strong, unique password
* ✅ Enable auto-lock for security
* ✅ Lock your wallet when leaving your device unattended
* ✅ Never share your password
* ✅ Consider using a password manager for your wallet password
* ❌ Don't disable auto-lock
* ❌ Don't write your password in plain text

### Session Management

When your wallet is unlocked:

* Your session remains active until auto-lock triggers
* Performing actions extends your session
* Closing the extension popup doesn't lock the wallet
* The wallet stays unlocked in the background until auto-lock

### Troubleshooting

#### "Incorrect password" error

**Possible causes:**

* Typo in password
* Caps Lock enabled
* Wrong password for this wallet

**Solutions:**

* Double-check your password entry
* Verify Caps Lock is off
* Try typing the password slowly
* Use "Forgot Password" if needed

#### Wallet won't unlock

* Ensure you're using the correct password
* Check that your browser extension is up to date
* Try refreshing the extension page
* If all else fails, use "Forgot Password" with your Seed64

### What's Next?

Once unlocked, you can:

* [Send tokens](/wallet/creating-a-wallet/chrome-extension-wallet/5.-sending-tokens.md)
* [Receive tokens](/wallet/creating-a-wallet/chrome-extension-wallet/6.-receiving-tokens.md)
* [View transaction history](/wallet/creating-a-wallet/chrome-extension-wallet/7.-transaction-history.md)
* [Sign transactions from dApps](/wallet/creating-a-wallet/chrome-extension-wallet/8.-signing-transactions.md)