Bitcoin Cold Storage for Beginners

Bitcoin Storage Secrets (Lesson 15): Avoid Losing Your Bitcoin Keys!
Master self-custody step-by-step with this critical lesson. Learn why private keys & recovery phrases are NON-NEGOTIABLE and how to transition safely from exchanges to cold storage.

Key Takeaways:
- "Two is one, one is NONE": Always have BOTH your private key + recovery phrase secured.
- Allocate by knowledge: Move BTC to self-custody ONLY as your confidence grows.
- Security ladder: Exchange → Hot wallet → Cold wallet → Passphrase → Multisig → Encrypted backups.
- Use PROOF-OF-RESERVES exchanges (like River) if holding on platforms.
- Test your setup: Could your BTC survive a fire/theft?

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