Lock, Logout & Delete
Three levels of protection — from a quick pause to a full reset.
Overview
QR Wallet provides three distinct security actions, each with a clear purpose:
Lock
Stepping away briefly
Everything preserved
Biometric to return
Logout
Ending your session
Wallet stays on device
Full re-authentication
Delete Wallet
Permanent reset
Everything erased
New wallet or import
Lock
What it does: Blocks the app screen. Your session stays alive.
When it happens:
Automatically after a period of inactivity (configurable in Settings → Security → Auto-Lock)
Automatically when the app is in the background longer than the auto-lock threshold
You can also lock manually
To unlock: Use Face ID, Touch ID, fingerprint, or device passcode.
What stays:
All wallet data, balances, tokens, transaction history — loaded and ready
Backend session — no need to re-authenticate with the server
All settings, theme, language
Think of it as: Locking your phone screen. Everything is exactly where you left it.
Logout
What it does: Ends your backend session and clears in-memory data. Your wallet keys remain safely stored on the device.
Where to find it: Profile → Security → Log Out
To get back in: Authenticate with biometrics on the Login screen. The app restores your wallet from secure on-device storage and re-establishes the backend session.
What stays:
Seed phrase and private keys (in device secure storage)
All wallet groups (Group 1, 2, 3...)
App settings (language, theme, auto-lock)
What is cleared:
Backend session (JWT tokens)
Cached balances, transaction history, token prices
DApp sessions
DeFi positions (staking, borrowing, trading)
After logout you will see the Login screen with your wallet address. You can:
Authenticate with biometrics — returns you to the same account with all wallet groups
"Forgot wallet?" — leads to the Delete option if you need a fresh start
Important: After logout, you cannot create a new wallet. This prevents accidentally creating a second identity. To use a different wallet, delete the current one first.
Think of it as: Logging out of your banking app. Your account still exists, you just need to sign in again.
Delete Wallet
What it does: Permanently erases all wallet data from the device. This cannot be undone.
Where to find it:
Profile → Security → Delete Wallet
Login screen → "Forgot wallet?" → Slide to confirm
What is erased:
All seed phrases and private keys
All wallet groups
All cached data
Backend session
What you keep:
Nothing. The device is clean as if the app was just installed.
After deletion you will see the Welcome screen where you can:
Create a new wallet — generates a fresh seed phrase
Import an existing wallet — enter your seed phrase to restore
Critical: Make sure you have backed up your seed phrase before deleting. Without it, your funds are permanently inaccessible. QR Wallet cannot recover your keys.
Think of it as: Factory-resetting your wallet. Start from zero.
Quick Comparison
FAQ
Q: I logged out. Will I lose my imported wallets (Groups 2, 3, 4)? A: No. All wallet groups are stored in device secure storage. After re-authenticating, all groups are restored.
Q: Can I create a new wallet after logout? A: No. After logout, you can only re-authenticate to your existing wallet or delete it first. This prevents accidental creation of multiple accounts.
Q: What if my biometrics changed (new fingerprint)? A: Currently, you need to use the "Forgot wallet?" option to delete and re-import with your seed phrase. A seed phrase recovery option on the Login screen is planned.
Q: Does auto-lock count as logout? A: No. Auto-lock only blocks the screen. Your session and all data remain intact. Just authenticate to continue.
Q: What happens if I force-close the app after logout? A: When you reopen, you'll see the Login screen. Your wallet is safe — authenticate to restore.
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