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

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

How to create a vault:

  1. Sign in to your Unchained account and navigate to the Vaults page in your Unchained account and click Create a New Vault.
  2. Name your vault.
  3. Click Pick a key and select one of your keys. Shared keys are plum-colored, and personal keys are green.

  4. Pick a second key and click Next.
  5. Review your vault, and click Create.
  6. Read 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.