# How To Set Up a Guardian

Canonical page: https://docs.denaria.finance/tutorial/how-setup-guardian

Status: current

[Video](https://docs.denaria.finance/img/tutorial/04_howSettingGuardian.mp4)
  

## Step-by-Step Guardian Tutorial

1. **Access Account Settings**

In the portfolio section, tap the **"Settings"** icon (gear symbol) located in the top right corner of the interface.

2. **Initiate Guardian Protection**

Scroll down to the **"Account Settings"** section and tap the **"Request Guardian Protection"** button. This will open the setup wizard.

3. **Choose a Guardian Method**

On the "Add Guardian" screen, tap the **"Choose a Guardian"** button.

4. **Enter Guardian Details**

Input the **email address** of the person or secondary account you wish to set as your guardian and tap **"Send."** A notification will be sent to that address. Remember, the guardian must be another Denaria user.

5. **Authorize on the Guardian Device**

On the guardian's device (another smartphone), open the notification and tap **"Click here"** to review the request. The guardian must then slide the **"Slide to accept"** toggle and tap **"Confirm Guardian"** to agree to the role.

6. **Wait for Blockchain Confirmation**

Once the guardian accepts, the main device will display a **"Please Wait"** screen while the guardian installation is processed on the blockchain. This may take a few moments.

7. **Verify Guardian Status**

After the transaction is confirmed, return to your settings. You will now see **"Guardian Protection Active"** highlighted in green, confirming that your recovery setup is complete and secure.