# How to check my Self-Custodial Wallet

With the introduction of our Automated Payouts, and after you [upgrade to the API Key V2](/kb/tutorials/dashboard/how-to-upgrade-to-api-key-v2), you will now have access to your Self-Custodial Wallet.

## How does it work?

Your Self-Custodial Wallet will be hosted by BlockBee, meaning it can be used by our API to send funds to various addresses. But **BlockBee will not have access to the funds**.

### Security Architecture

By integrating **Threshold Signature Scheme (TSS) cryptography**, we believe we've struck an optimal balance in ensuring security. Your Self-Custodial Wallet is encrypted in our servers using Threshold Signature Scheme (TSS) cryptography, meaning BlockBee alone cannot decrypt the wallet. It will be needed either your **API Key V2** or your **Recovery Key** to do it so.

> **INFO**
>You will also be able to receive payments within BlockBee Payment Gateway using your Self-Custodial Wallet.


## Prerequisites

> **WARNING**
>To check your addresses or balance, you must first [upgrade your API Key V1 to API Key V2](/kb/tutorials/dashboard/how-to-upgrade-to-api-key-v2). Without API Key V2, the Self-Custodial Wallet features will not be accessible.


## How to Check Your Self-Custodial Wallet

### Step 1: Access Self-Custodial Wallet

Being in BlockBee Dashboard, click **Self-Custodial Wallet**.

![How to check Self-Custodial Wallet - Step 1](/kb/tutorials/dashboard/check-self-custodial-wallet-1.png)

### Step 2: View Addresses and Balances

Finally, you will see a list of all our supported tokens. You can click on them to see your wallet address and the balance.

![How to check Self-Custodial Wallet - Step 2](/kb/tutorials/dashboard/check-self-custodial-wallet-2.png)

## What You Can See

In the Self-Custodial Wallet view, you'll be able to:

- **View all supported cryptocurrencies and tokens**
- **Check wallet addresses** for each cryptocurrency
- **Monitor balances** across all supported tokens
- **Access wallet information** for receiving and sending payments

## Key Features

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| Feature | Description |
|---------|-------------|
| **TSS Encryption** | Wallet encrypted with Threshold Signature Scheme for maximum security |
| **No BlockBee Access** | Only you can access funds using API Key V2 or Recovery Key |
| **Multi-Token Support** | Support for all BlockBee-supported cryptocurrencies and tokens |
| **API Integration** | Seamlessly integrated with Automated Payouts |
| **Payment Gateway** | Receive payments directly to your Self-Custodial Wallet |

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## Next Steps

Now that you can access your Self-Custodial Wallet, you can:
- [Create payouts](/kb/tutorials/dashboard/how-to-create-a-payout) to distribute funds automatically
- Receive payments through the BlockBee Payment Gateway
- Monitor your cryptocurrency balances in real-time
- Use the wallet for multi-address payment distribution

> **SUCCESS**
>**Remember:** Your Self-Custodial Wallet is secured by your API Key V2 and Recovery Key. Keep both keys safe to maintain access to your funds.