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      How do I make a vault with a shared key?

      Simply select the shared key from the list of available keys.

      Creating a vault using a shared key is simple; when picking keys, choose the shared key you would like to use. We recommend informing your connection partner before you create the vault. It is your responsibility to ensure that the keys you use are safe and secure.

      Caution: For your security, you cannot create a vault with two shared keys from the same person, as they would have majority control over your vault.

      Video Guide: Connections walkthrough

      Note: We have made changes to the Unchained interface since publication of this video. Navigate to the Connections page by clicking Connections on the top navigation bar.

      Skip to 4:20 in the video for vault building instructions.

      How to create a vault:

      1. Ensure that your connection partner has shared a key with you.
      2. Navigate to the account you want to create a vault in.
      3. Click Vaults in the top navigation bar and click + New vault.
      4. Name your vault and select two keys. Shared keys are grey-colored, and personal keys are green. Click Continue.
      5. Review your vault, and click Go to checkout.
        • Note for clients with account-level billing: Some Unchained clients are grandfathered into an account-level billing plan and can create additional vaults at no cost. Signature clients can also create multiple vaults at no additional cost.
      6. Enter your card information or select a saved card to pay your annual vault subscription fee.
      7. Visit our next guide: What steps should I take after building an Unchained vault? We cover key management, account security, and support options.

      Allowing a Connection to maintain a key in your collaborative custody setup bears significant risks. Unchained has not vetted any connection you make using this feature, and does not make any assurance as to the fitness for the given task or fitness of character of any potential keyholder you select. Unchained bears no liability for actions or inaction of any keyholder selected using this feature. Please do your own research, and review the Unchained Terms of Service.