PIN and biometric options

Changing PIN

To change the PIN that protects opening and transacting with your Koala Wallet, press the Apps button at the bottom of the screen.

Select "Security".

Authenticate with your PIN or biometric, and then select "Change wallet PIN".

Set a new PIN, then repeat it to confirm you memorized it.

Auto-lock

This is a privacy feature to prevent others from viewing your balances and transaction history. By default, Koala Wallet locks itself instantly whenever it leaves the foreground. Authentication will be required every time it's re-opened. If you feel that this is too inconvenient, you can change this behavior in the Auto-lock menu.

The default value of "immediately" requests authentication every time you open Koala Wallet after it was sent to the background or minimized.

By choosing any of the timed options, your wallet will only be locked after it has been in the background continuously for that long. You won't have to constantly unlock your wallet for example if you're quickly switching back and forth between Koala and different apps.

By choosing "never", the lock for opening the app is completely disabled after the first authentication. If the app was unlocked at least once, anyone with access to your phone will be able to see all your wallet's balances and transaction history.

In any case your assets are always protected. Authentication is always required the first time the app is opened, for sending transactions, as well as for viewing and changing sensitive settings.

Biometric authentication

In the Security section you can also set the biometric option. Simply use the toggle switch to set your preference.

With this option enabled, you can use your device's biometric sensors (fingerprint reader, face scanner) instead of entering your PIN to unlock the wallet or make transactions. Be aware, even with the option enabled you are still expected to remember the PIN, as it may still be required in certain occasions.