# Spektr Matrix Protocol

The **Spektr Matrix Protocol** (SMP) allows the Nova Spektr application to exchange messages. SMP is based on the [Matrix](https://matrix.org/). Matrix is an open-source, secure, decentralized, real-time communication standard. The SMP uses Matrix for:

1. Secure, automated multisig call data exchange
2. Secure, automated multisig account information exchange

### The following steps include actions you must perform in your Nova Spektr application in order to start using SMP:

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1. Open **Settings**.
2. Open the **Matrix Credentials**.
3. Fill in the **matrix server**, **login** and **password**.

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4. Click on **Sign in**.
5. You may verify your Matrix session later.

### If you’d like to verify the Matrix session then:

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1. Open **Settings**.
2. Open the **Matrix Credentials**.
3. Choose an **option** (key, passphrase or file) for verification.
4. Paste the **key**, **passphrase** or **upload** the file.
5. Click on **Verify**.