MyTonWallet Connected dApps and Auto-Lock: Permissions remains the main reference point for users and Telegram Mini App developers following this update.
Every MyTonWallet user with connected dApps can now easily audit which apps are linked and enable automatic wallet locking. This update means any previously connected dApp—such as DeFi tools or Telegram Mini Apps—could potentially request a signature long after your last interaction if you haven’t removed its permission. Leaving your wallet unlocked and idle increases the risk of an unwanted transaction signing or data request.
To address this, the new auto-lock feature automatically locks your wallet after a set period of inactivity. This reduces your exposure window, but it’s not a complete solution. The list of connected dApps remains the same until you manually disconnect each one. For maximum safety, users should never share their recovery phrase, should disconnect unused dApps regularly, and always use the permissions settings to audit current connections.
How to Audit Connected dApps in MyTonWallet
Connected dApps are any applications that have been granted access rights—such as token transfers, message signing, or read permissions—to your MyTonWallet. With the update, you can now find and review these connections within the wallet’s interface. If a dApp remains linked, it can request actions while the wallet is unlocked, regardless of how long ago you last interacted.
To reduce risk:
- Regularly visit the connected dApps section in your wallet.
- Identify and disconnect dApps you no longer use or do not recognize.
- Take extra caution if you’ve tried multiple DeFi protocols or Telegram Mini Apps, as they may still have active permissions.
TON Drop Hub tip: Don’t rely on wallet locking alone. Connected dApps can resume requesting permissions next time you unlock. Make a habit of disconnecting unused dApps and declining unfamiliar signing prompts.
Enabling Auto-Lock to Protect Your Idle Wallet
The auto-lock feature secures your wallet if left open after periods of inactivity. Once enabled, your wallet will automatically lock itself after a timeframe you set, requiring you to re-authenticate before any further activity. This means any transaction or signature request from connected dApps will be paused until the wallet is unlocked manually.
This feature is particularly useful if you tend to leave browser tabs or apps running, or if you use multiple dApps within one session. However, auto-lock does not disconnect dApps—old connections remain until removed.
TON Drop Hub tip: Use a short auto-lock timer and routinely review your connected apps. This combination sharply limits risk from forgotten or out-of-use dApps.
Best Practices: Removing Stale Connections and Protecting Permissions
It’s important to remove permissions for dApps you no longer use. Dormant connections can request wallet actions if they remain active. Auto-lock secures your wallet temporarily, but any dApp you’ve given permission to will still be able to interact as soon as you unlock.
To keep your wallet secure:
- Frequently check and clear your connection list for apps you don’t recognize.
- Never share your recovery phrase—no legitimate dApp will ever need it.
- Remain vigilant for unexpected signing prompts, especially after unlocking the wallet.
- Test the disconnect process so you know how to revoke access quickly.
TON Drop Hub tip: Treat your connected dApps list as a critical security checkpoint. Only maintain active connections to services you trust and use.
By following these practices—manual connection audits, effective use of auto-lock, and careful management of signing prompts—MyTonWallet users can significantly reduce their risk when using dApps or Telegram Mini Apps. Disconnecting apps you don’t recognize and enabling auto-lock should become routine parts of your wallet management.
For more coverage on TON tools and DeFi, see TON tools and DeFi.
MyTonWallet Connected dApps and Auto-Lock: Permissions remains the main reference point for users and Telegram Mini App developers following this update.
MyTonWallet Connected dApps and Auto-Lock: Permissions remains the main reference point for users and Telegram Mini App developers following this update.
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