> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://cofhe-docs.fhenix.zone/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Shield tokens

> Move an amount from a public balance into confidential form.

![Shield form with a deposit amount, a You Receive summary, a progress tracker showing Approve, Shield, and Done, and a fee estimate](https://mintcdn.com/fhenix/81IAw-QB_FKXEVbj/wallet/images/shield-tokens.svg?fit=max\&auto=format\&n=81IAw-QB_FKXEVbj\&q=85\&s=a67b69019a58407f85d7c2ec61ee2f45)

Move an amount from a public balance into confidential form. To open it, choose **Shield** from the portfolio or token details.

## Screen components

1. **Shield and Unshield tabs.** Select Shield for public-to-private conversion.
2. **You deposit.** Enter the amount and choose the token. The balance label helps you check available funds.
3. **Amount shortcuts.** 25%, 50%, 75%, and max fill the amount using the available balance.
4. **You Receive.** Review the confidential asset and amount you receive.
5. **Privacy notice.** Explains that the resulting balance is encrypted and viewable with the appropriate permission.
6. **Progress tracker.** Follow the required steps. The wrapped-token flow shown here has Approve, Shield, and Done.
7. **Shield button and fee.** Start or continue the flow. Review the wallet request and the current fee estimate.

## Steps

**1. Enter the shield details**

Select **Shield**, a token, and an amount.

**2. Review the result and fee**

Check **You Receive** and the fee.

**3. Approve if requested**

If the wallet requests an approval, confirm the token approval in your connected wallet.

**4. Shield and wait**

Continue with **Shield** and wait for completion.

> [!NOTE]
>
> Approval authorizes token use. It does not shield tokens. Follow every required step.


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