🔒 Crypto Security Checklist

Protect your digital assets

🔑 Seed Phrase Security

• NEVER store seed phrase digitally No photos, no notes app, no cloud storage, no email
• NEVER share seed phrase with anyone No legitimate service will ever ask for it. Ever.
• Write seed phrase on metal Paper burns. Metal survives fires and floods.
• Store in multiple secure locations Safe deposit box, home safe, trusted family member

💻 Device Security

• Use a hardware wallet Ledger, Trezor, or similar for significant holdings
• Dedicated crypto device Consider a separate phone/laptop for crypto only
• Keep software updated OS, wallet apps, and browser always current
• Use a VPN Especially on public WiFi

🔐 Account Security

• Enable 2FA on everything Use authenticator app, NOT SMS (SIM swap risk)
• Unique password per account Use a password manager (Bitwarden, 1Password)
• Secure your email Your email is the master key—protect it accordingly
• Whitelist withdrawal addresses On exchanges, only allow withdrawals to approved addresses

🚨 Scam Prevention

• Verify URLs carefully Bookmark official sites. Phishing sites look identical.
• Don't click DM links Legitimate projects don't DM you first
• Verify smart contracts Check contract addresses on block explorer before approving
• If it sounds too good... "Double your crypto" = 100% scam. Always.

📋 Regular Maintenance

• Review connected apps monthly Revoke permissions you no longer need
• Test backup recovery annually Make sure you can actually restore from seed
• Update recovery contacts Does someone trusted know how to access if something happens to you?