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Safe Creation

Overview

This guide explains how to create and configure a UnoLock Safe using the Progressive Web App (PWA). A Safe is cloud-based, but access is controlled by registered access keys such as passkeys, hardware keys, or compatible device authenticators.

Prerequisites

  • A supported device (e.g., smartphone, tablet, or computer) with the UnoLock PWA installed or accessible via a modern browser.
  • A stable internet connection.
  • Familiarity with your device’s authentication methods (for example, fingerprint, facial recognition, a platform passkey, or a FIDO2-compatible hardware key).

Create a New Safe

  1. Open the UnoLock PWA and go to the home page.
  2. Select the option to create a new Safe.
  3. If Create Safe is not visible, check the main menu for the equivalent option and ensure the app is updated.

Accept Terms and Conditions

  1. Review the terms and conditions displayed on the welcome screen.
  2. Read the terms carefully and click Accept Terms or the equivalent button to proceed.

Configure Safe Security

  1. Choose a security method:
  2. Current Device: Use the device you are on to register the first access key for this Safe.
  3. Another Device: Register the first access key from another device if that better matches your workflow.
  4. Enter a unique, memorable name for your Safe.
  5. Click Next to continue.
  6. Complete the WebAuthn prompt shown by the device or browser.

Set Up PIN Security

  1. Read the information about PIN security to understand its role in brute-force protection and, where applicable, deniability workflows.
  2. Acknowledge the information as prompted.
  3. Choose a strong personal identification number (PIN), avoiding repetitive or predictable numbers.
  4. Confirm the PIN if the app asks you to do so.

Test Your Login Credentials

  1. Authenticate using your device’s standard method (e.g., fingerprint scan, facial recognition, or FIDO2 passkey).
  2. Select your Safe’s name from the list of available Safes.
  3. Enter the PIN you set in the previous step to confirm access.
  4. If the interface differs, follow the current prompts to verify that both the access key and PIN are working.

Choose Sovereign or HighRisk

  1. After your initial login, complete the required tier selection. The Safe is read-only until this setup is complete.
  2. Choose Sovereign to hide marked sensitive Spaces when the safeword PIN is used, or HighRisk to permanently delete them.
  3. Review the confirmation and complete the required payment. Both tiers have the same price and allowances; see Pricing.
  4. Return to the Safe and authenticate again if prompted. Confirm the chosen tier and expiry date before storing data.

FreeSafe and Inheritance are not offered for new Safes. LegacyLink inheritance remains available as a feature in both current tiers.

Configure Storage and Explore Your Safe

After activation, configure the storage options presented by the app. Both tiers support Spaces and multi-region storage options. New-Safe setup does not require choosing a region before tier selection and payment.

Explore records, files, Spaces, and Vault Messaging. Configure recovery and backup access early, and keep independent backups of important data.

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