Overview
Social recovery is a wallet recovery method where trusted guardians can restore access after a key is lost. It makes wallets recoverable without a central service. It is a flagship feature of account abstraction.
How It Works
The wallet designates guardians who can approve a recovery transaction after a delay. If the owner loses their key, guardians collectively restore a new key. This reduces the risk of permanent loss.
Why It Matters
Social recovery removes the fear of losing keys, a major barrier to adoption. It balances security and accessibility. It is a key benefit of Smart Accounts and Account Abstraction.
Related Concepts
Social Recovery is a feature of Smart Accounts and Account Abstraction. It relates to Key Management and usability.