Security policies

Security of funds and user information is our top priority.

Our security team is continually improving our end-to-end security measures, improving auditing processes, and reducing the 'attack surface' of our infrastructure. Please note that we cannot disclose too many details of the security measures implemented on the platform for security and proprietary reasons.

User account protection

Some of the security measures highlighted below are in place by default, and others can be activated based on the security level you need. Please visithttps://www.bitfinex.com/securityto check the security status of your account and see recommendations.

Two-factor authentication (2FA)

Add an extra layer of security to your account and protect sensitive operations such as logging in, generating API keys, and withdrawing. Configure two-factor authentication using Google Authenticator, or a U2F Security Key.

Universal 2nd factor (U2F)

Use a physical Security Key to take advantage of the ultra-secure FIDO Universal 2nd Factor (U2F) open authentication standard.

Advanced API key permissions

Create API keys with advanced read/write permissions on a per-feature basis. Unleash the full power of the platform through our REST and WebSockets APIs.

Advanced verification tools

Login data is saved and analyzed for unusual activity.
Intelligent system detects IP Address changes to prevent session hijacking.
Email notifications report logins and include a link to instantly freeze your account if you suspect malicious activity.
Limit access to your account based on IP address.

Withdrawals protection

Security system monitors withdrawals by IP address and other user behavior patterns, triggering manual admin inspection on withdrawals that appear unusual.
Withdrawal confirmation step that is immune to malicious browser malware.
Define an address whitelist to ensure no withdrawals can go anywhere else.

Email encryption with OpenPGP

Want more protection? Encrypted email communication (PGP) adds an extra layer of privacy and security.

Cryptocurrency storage

The overwhelming majority of system funds are stored in offline, multi-signature cold wallets. Only approximately 0.5% of crypto assets are accessible in hot wallets for day-to-day platform operation. As an added protection, the cold wallets are not available from the platform or the platform servers.

System security

Always up-to-date Linux systems to host the platform

Our servers network is protected using always up-to-date software and the best possible practices.

Automatic real-time backup of the database

The platform database is backed up in real-time on encrypted hard-drives and is replicated in several geographical locations.

Protection from DDoS attacks

We are protected by automatic Distributed Denial of Service protection to prevent trading to be halted by outside attacks.

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