> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.tradealpha.app/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Wallet & Security > How your Alpha wallet works, how it's secured, and what happens if you lose your phone or login. ## Do I have a wallet? Yes — but you don't need to think about it. When you sign up, Alpha automatically creates a secure wallet for you using **Privy**. There's no seed phrase to write down and no private keys to manage. ## Who controls my wallet? You do. The wallet is tied to your login (email, phone, or social account). **Alpha cannot access or move your funds without your authorization.** ## Do I get a seed phrase or private key? No. Alpha uses a smart wallet system that doesn't require you to manage a seed phrase. This is intentional — seed phrases are the #1 way users lose funds in crypto. Your wallet is recovered using your secure login. ## What if I lose my phone? Your wallet is tied to your **login credentials, not your device**. Just download Alpha on a new phone, log in with the same email/phone you used before, and your account and funds will be there. ## What if I forget my login? Recover access using the recovery method you set up at signup. Tap **"Trouble signing in?"** on the Sign In screen. ## How is my account protected? * **Biometric login** (Face ID, Touch ID, fingerprint) * **2FA** for sensitive actions (withdrawals, large trades) * **Email and SMS alerts** for logins, trades, and withdrawals * **Device-level security** through your phone's secure enclave * **Real-time fraud monitoring** ## What happens to my funds if Alpha shuts down? Your funds live in a **non-custodial wallet** that you control via your login. Alpha cannot freeze or seize your funds. In the unlikely event Alpha shuts down, you retain access to your wallet via Privy's recovery flow. ## Can I export my wallet to use elsewhere? Wallet export availability depends on your account configuration. Contact support if you need to export.