The Power of Your Seed Phrase
your seed phrase isn't just a backup - it's the essence of your monetary sovereignty. these words represent the difference between owning bitcoin and merely having permission to use it.
The Fundamental Truth
"not your keys, not your bitcoin" isn't just a catchphrase:
What Is a Seed Phrase?
understanding your seed phrase:
• represents absolute control over your bitcoin
• chosen from a standardized list of 2048 words
• mathematically generates all your addresses
• impossible to guess but easy to backup
The Power of Words
these simple words hold extraordinary power:
Exchange Custody Reality
understand what exchange custody really means:
• your coins can be frozen or seized
• subject to exchange policy changes
• vulnerable to platform insolvency
• dependent on exchange permission to withdraw
True Ownership
self-custody through seed phrases provides:
• immunity from platform risk
• resistance to confiscation
• true peer-to-peer ownership
• freedom from financial censorship
Securing Your Sovereignty
essential practices for seed phrase security:
• use proper metal backup solutions
• maintain multiple secure copies
• never share with anyone
• test recovery process regularly
The Responsibility Shift
self-custody means embracing responsibility:
Common Threats
protect yourself from these critical risks:
• phishing attempts requesting words
• fake recovery services
• compromised hardware wallets
• social engineering attacks
The Inheritance Question
planning for the future:
The Ultimate Truth
the seed phrase represents a revolutionary concept:
your seed phrase is more than a backup - it's the key to a new paradigm of human rights and financial sovereignty. treat it accordingly.