MyTonWallet Connected dApps and Auto-Lock: Permissions remains the main reference point for users and Telegram Mini App developers following this update.
The new auto-lock feature adds protection by locking your wallet after a set period of inactivity, narrowing the window in which any connected dApp can initiate a transaction. However, auto-lock is only effective if you actively manage your connections. Outdated dApps will still have access if left connected, and sharing your recovery phrase or private key compromises your wallet, regardless of lock settings.
How to Audit Connected dApps in MyTonWallet
With the release of MyTonWallet v3.1, users can easily view and manage which dApps are connected. The wallet shows a clear permissions list, allowing you to spot and remove lingering connections. If a dApp remains connected, it can prompt you for future transaction approvals, sometimes when you least expect it. Removing old or unrecognized connections sharply limits this risk.
Permissions management works alongside auto-lock. If your wallet remains unlocked, idle, or you ignore a session, malicious dApps might act without clear warning. Regularly disconnecting dApps you no longer use tightens your wallet’s defenses.
Experienced users maintain wallet hygiene by never sharing recovery phrases and routinely reviewing dApp access. MyTonWallet makes it more transparent to find and remove stale permissions, but the responsibility to manage these links remains with the wallet owner.
Using Auto-Lock to Protect Your Wallet
Enabling auto-lock in MyTonWallet ensures the wallet locks itself after inactivity, preventing connected dApps from requesting signatures until you unlock it again. This is especially useful when using Telegram Mini Apps or multiple Web3 dApps on the same browser or device. If you leave your wallet unlocked and idle, a connected dApp could prompt a signing request later, often without your immediate awareness.
Auditing your dApps list and disconnecting those you no longer need or recognize is crucial. While auto-lock reduces the time your wallet is exposed, only manual management can ensure unused dApps lose their permissions.
Never disclose your recovery phrase or private key—auto-lock and connection audits are only effective as long as these sensitive details remain private. Attackers look for idle wallets and leftover connections, often leveraging phishing tactics. Disabling inactive dApps and using auto-lock together provide practical protection.
Removing Stale Connections and Staying Secure
Connecting to new dApps is convenient, but old permissions often go unchecked. If a forgotten dApp is still connected, it may request a signature in the future, especially if your wallet is unlocked and unattended. Inside MyTonWallet, regularly review your connected dApps list, and promptly disconnect any that are unfamiliar or no longer needed.
Auto-lock limits exposure from idle wallets but does not remove existing dApp permissions or block requests while the wallet is unlocked. Always examine wallet prompts closely before approving any signature, and never share your recovery phrase under any circumstances.
It is not always clear if removing a dApp instantly revokes all its permissions in each interface or browser. Double-check wallet prompts after disconnecting, and avoid reusing previously connected session links.
Disconnecting stale dApps shouldn’t be a one-time action. Permissions can change over time, and wallet interfaces may update. Treat every app with access as a potential risk point, and review permission settings after any wallet or dApp update—not just during the initial setup phase.
MyTonWallet gives clear insight into connected dApps, making it straightforward to maintain security. However, every connected app could ask for a signature at any moment, so keeping only trusted, currently used connections is best. Auto-lock adds a safety net, but an unlocked wallet or a hastily approved signature can still lead to loss or compromise.
Reviewing and managing connected dApps is essential for control and security. Regularly prune old connections, use auto-lock, and double-check approvals—these habits offer real protection for your funds and on-chain identity.
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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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