1. Choose the Right Wallet
✅ Cold Wallets (Best Security) – Use a hardware wallet like Ledger, Trezor, or Coldcard for long-term storage.
✅ Hot Wallets (For Daily Use) – Mobile wallets (Trust Wallet, Exodus) or browser extensions (MetaMask) with strong security settings.
❌ Avoid Exchange Wallets – Not your keys, not your crypto!
2. Enable Advanced Security Measures
🔒 Multi-Signature (Multisig) Wallets – Require 2+ keys to approve transactions (great for teams or large holdings).
🔒 Passphrase (25th Word) – Adds an extra layer to your seed phrase (only you know it).
🔒 Biometric/Face ID – Enable fingerprint or facial recognition for mobile wallets.
3. Secure Your Seed Phrase Like a Vault
⚠️ Never store it digitally (no photos, cloud, or email).
✔️ Use a metal backup (e.g., Cryptosteel, Billfodl) to protect against fire/water damage.
✔️ Split & hide it (Shamir’s Secret Sharing or physical copies in secure locations).
4. Guard Against Hacks & Scams
🚫 Avoid phishing sites – Always check URLs, bookmark legit sites.
🚫 Revoke unused smart contract approvals – Use Etherscan Token Approvals or Revoke.cash.
🚫 Beware of fake support – No legit team will DM you first.
5. Stay Updated & Use Extra Layers
🛡️ Firmware updates – Keep hardware wallets updated.
🛡️ VPN + Firewall – Use when accessing wallets on public Wi-Fi.
🛡️ Separate wallets – Use one for small daily transactions, another for long-term holdings.
Pro Tip: Test Your Backup!
Before storing large amounts, send a small amount, wipe your wallet, and recover it to ensure your seed phrase works.
