Frequently Asked Questions

Asset state is recorded on the relevant blockchain; a wallet primarily manages keys and signing capability.

Private keys sign account actions, while a seed phrase can usually restore a set of keys. Both must remain secret.

No. imtoken will never ask for a seed phrase, private key or verification code.

Address formats can be similar, but each network has independent state, balances and history.

Verify the address, exact network and asset type, and the token contract when needed.

Gas is the fee mechanism for executing and recording transactions on a network.

It lets you locate a transaction in a block explorer and verify status and confirmations.

A normal connection usually creates a session; later transactions or approvals still require confirmation.

No. Inspect the request to understand what each signature actually authorizes.

It allows a specified contract to spend tokens within an allowance and can remain active over time.

They share execution conventions, but state, fees and assets remain network-specific.

Layer 2 scales activity and connects to the base layer through design-specific mechanisms.

Verify domains, never enter recovery secrets, and inspect every signature and approval.

No. Rewards can change and participation includes waiting, penalty, technical and price risks.

It performs protocol-defined consensus duties such as proposing or attesting.

Downtime or serious protocol violations can reduce rewards, and some behavior can trigger slashing.