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Cold Storage Security Guide

Interactive checklist and quiz for securing crypto in cold storage.

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How to Use the Cold Storage Guide

01Complete the Security ChecklistWork through each of the 8 security checklist items one by one. Click each item to mark it complete — the progress bar tracks your overall status. Each item includes a detailed note explaining why it matters and how to do it correctly.

02Take the Security QuizAfter reviewing the checklist, take the 5-question quiz to test your understanding of cold storage best practices. You must answer all questions before submitting — incorrect answers will be highlighted in red so you can review and retry.

03Export Your ProgressDownload your completed checklist as a text file. This gives you a portable reference you can print and keep alongside your hardware wallet, or share with someone who is setting up their own cold storage.

Privacy & Security

All data stays in your browser — no checklist state, quiz answers, or progress are sent to any server. Your security audit is entirely private.

About Cold Storage Security Guide

A practical interactive guide for setting up hardware wallet cold storage correctly. The checklist covers all critical security areas: choosing reputable hardware (Ledger, Trezor, GridPlus), seed phrase generation and backup (BIP-39 12/24 words on paper or metal), address verification on the device screen, test transfers before large deposits, PIN and passphrase configuration (25th word), firmware updates via official apps only, and inheritance/estate planning. The 5-question quiz reinforces key concepts and identifies knowledge gaps.

When to use it

Use this guide when setting up a new hardware wallet for the first time, auditing an existing cold storage setup, onboarding a family member or friend to crypto self-custody, or periodically reviewing your security posture as your portfolio grows.

Tips & Tricks

•Never photograph, screenshot, or digitize your seed phrase in any form — keep it purely offline on paper or metal.
•Always do a small test transfer first ($10 worth) before sending large amounts to verify the full deposit flow works correctly.
•Metal seed backups (Cryptosteel, Billfodl, Keystone) survive fire, water, and physical damage — essential for long-term storage.
•Keep firmware updated through official apps only — never follow firmware update links from emails, social media, or forums.
•Document an inheritance plan with a trusted person — without it, your crypto may be permanently lost if something happens to you.

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Use a reputable hardware wallet

Buy directly from manufacturer, not third-party marketplaces.

Write seed phrase offline

Never store seed in cloud notes, screenshots, email, or chat.

Verify receive address on-device

Confirm address on hardware wallet screen before sending.

Do a small test transfer

Verify funds arrive before sending the full amount.

Create at least 2 backups

Store backups in separate secure locations.

Enable PIN + passphrase (optional)

Consider a passphrase if you understand the risk of forgetting it.

Keep firmware updated

Update only via official apps/sites.

Have an inheritance/contingency plan

Document access steps safely for trusted beneficiaries.

Security Quiz

1. Where should you store your seed phrase?

2. What to do before sending a large amount?

3. How to verify a deposit address?

4. Key risk of enabling a passphrase?

5. Safest backup storage?

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