16.2 Key Management and Wallet Security

Private keys represent full control over assets and contract interactions. Improper handling of keys can lead to irreversible loss of funds.

Developers must never expose private keys in client-side code or public repositories. All sensitive operations should be performed in secure environments, such as backend services or hardware-secured systems.

For production systems, it is recommended to use:

• hardware wallets or secure key vaults

• environment-based key management systems

• multi-signature wallets for critical operations

Access to keys should be strictly controlled, and all transactions should be logged and monitored.