# Completing your Matrix setup If you are reading this guide, you most likely completed the [Getting started with Matrix](https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/community/contributors/matrix/onboarding.md#matrix-onboarding) guide. This document explains the next steps to complete your Matrix setup. While these steps are not required, they are greatly recommended because they will make your long-term experience a lot better. ## Backup your encryption keys Make sure your encryption keys are backed up. Without encryption key backups, you might not be able to restore your end-to-end encrypted chats if you log off all your devices. ### Recovery key * Open your Element client, click the “gear” icon, and select All settings * Select the Encryption icon * Navigate to the Recovery section and select Set up recovery * Follow the on-screen instructions to generate your unique security key * Store your unique security key in a safe place * Ensure the button in the Recovery section now reads: “Change recovery key” ### Export keys Optionally, you can also manually export your encryption keys: * Navigate to the Advanced section of the Encryption settings * Select Export keys * Read the instructions carefully, and enter a passphrase to protect your manual encryption keys * Download the export file and store it in a safe place ## Advertise your Matrix ID To make sure people know how to reach you, it’s best to advertise your Matrix ID in a prominent place. Launchpad now has the option to advertise your Matrix ID on your profile. Edit it on [Launchpad](https://launchpad.net/~/).  Make sure to always write the full matrix ID, including the homeserver, in the form `@:`. Just specifying your username is not enough, because different people can have the same username on different homeservers. ## Further reading * Do you have multiple Matrix accounts and want to use them at the same time? [Using multiple Matrix accounts](https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/community/contributors/matrix/multiple-accounts.md#matrix-multiple-accounts) * Do you want to create rooms for your own community? [Matrix management](https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/community/matrix.md#matrix-management) * Do you want to know who is in charge of moderation and policy-making on our homeserver? [Ubuntu Matrix Council](https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/community/councils/matrix/matrix-council.md#matrix-council)