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Decoy PIN explained
A decoy PIN is a discretion tool for tense moments — not a magic shield against every threat.
What it does
On Chatkode, hidden chats sit behind a PIN. An optional decoy PIN can open an empty hidden inbox instead of your real hidden conversations. That helps when someone pressures you to “just open it.”
What it does not claim
A decoy PIN will not stop a person with full long-term control of your device, your real PINs, or forensic access. It is for everyday social pressure and casual inspection — paired with protected message content in your real chats.
Use it with app lock
App lock protects the whole inbox. Hidden chats protect specific threads. Decoy unlock adds a response option under pressure. Set them up before you need them.
FAQ
Quick answers
Do I need a decoy PIN?
Only if shared-device pressure is a real part of your life. Many people use app lock and hidden chats alone.
Does a decoy PIN affect end-to-end encryption?
No. Chatkode is end-to-end encrypted. The decoy PIN is about what the screen shows when unlocking Hidden.