Add Guardians
Guardians are trusted contacts who can help with account recovery and boost your Trust Score.What Are Guardians?
Guardians serve two purposes in usmewe:Trust Score Boost
Each guardian adds +5 points to your Trust Score (max 3 guardians = +15 points)
Social Recovery
Guardians can help recover your account or approve large withdrawals from Social Vault
Who Should Be Your Guardians?
Choose people who:- You trust completely
- Are responsive and reachable
- Understand crypto basics
- Will be available long-term
How to Add a Guardian
1
Go to Settings
Navigate to Dashboard > Settings > Guardians
2
Click Add Guardian
Click the Add Guardian button
3
Enter Their Wallet Address
Enter your guardian’s wallet address:Or have them scan a QR code from their usmewe app
4
Send Invitation
Click Send Invitation. They’ll receive a notification to accept.
5
Wait for Acceptance
Your guardian must accept the invitation for it to become active.
Guardian Status
| Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Pending | Invitation sent, waiting for acceptance |
| Active | Guardian accepted and is active |
| Declined | Guardian declined the invitation |
| Removed | Guardian was removed |
Accept a Guardian Request
If someone wants you to be their guardian:1
Check Notifications
You’ll receive a notification: “Alice wants you to be their guardian”
2
Review the Request
Make sure you know and trust the person
3
Accept or Decline
- Accept: You become their guardian
- Decline: Request is rejected
Guardian Responsibilities
As a guardian, you may be asked to:Approve Large Withdrawals
Approve Large Withdrawals
If the user has a Social Vault, large withdrawals need guardian approval.You’ll receive a notification with:
- Amount requested
- Recipient address
- Time to approve
Assist with Recovery
Assist with Recovery
If the user’s Social Vault is locked (possibly under duress), guardians can initiate recovery.This is a serious action - only proceed if you’re certain it’s legitimate.
Alert to Suspicious Activity
Alert to Suspicious Activity
If you notice suspicious activity on their account, contact them immediately.
Remove a Guardian
To remove a guardian:- Go to Settings > Guardians
- Find the guardian you want to remove
- Click Remove
- Confirm the removal
Removing a guardian reduces your Trust Score by 5 points.
Guardian Limits
| Aspect | Limit |
|---|---|
| Maximum guardians | 3 |
| Trust Score bonus | +5 per guardian |
| Max Trust Score from guardians | +15 |
Best Practices
Choose Diverse Guardians
Choose Diverse Guardians
Don’t put all guardians in the same location or circle. If something happens to that group, you want alternatives.
Verify Directly
Verify Directly
If you receive an approval request as a guardian, always verify with the person directly (call, text, in person).
Keep Contact Info Updated
Keep Contact Info Updated
Make sure you can reach your guardians through other channels if needed.
Review Periodically
Review Periodically
Check your guardian list every few months. Remove any you’ve lost trust in.
FAQ
Can guardians access my funds?
Can guardians access my funds?
No. Guardians cannot access your funds directly. They can only approve withdrawals you initiate from Social Vault.
What if a guardian goes offline?
What if a guardian goes offline?
Social Vault requires a threshold (e.g., 2-of-3). As long as enough guardians are available, you’re fine.
Can I be a guardian for multiple people?
Can I be a guardian for multiple people?
Yes. There’s no limit to how many people you can be a guardian for.
Do guardians need USDC?
Do guardians need USDC?
No. Being a guardian is free. Approving requests requires only a signature (no gas).
Trust Score Impact
| Guardians | Trust Score Bonus |
|---|---|
| 0 | +0 |
| 1 | +5 |
| 2 | +10 |
| 3 | +15 (max) |