Tools & Techniques: Self-Custody

Stop trusting third parties with your Bitcoin! Join us for a focused, hands-on workshop dedicated to achieving Bitcoin Self-Custody—the single most important step in securing your wealth.
Bitcoin's core value proposition is financial sovereignty. If you leave your BTC on an exchange, you don't truly control it. This session is designed for everyone—from first-time stackers to experienced Bitcoiners—who wants to transition from "paper Bitcoin" to truly owning their keys.
We will bypass general crypto chatter and dive deep into the specific tools and techniques required for robust, multi-generational Bitcoin security. Learn how to be your own bank, securely and confidently.

### 🔑 Key Takeaways & Topics Covered:

• The Power of the Seed: A deep dive into the BIP39 standard, seed phrase security, and best practices for creating and storing your 24-word recovery phrase.
• Choosing Your Citadel: A practical comparison of the best Bitcoin Hardware Wallets (e.g., Coldcard, Trezor, Ledger) and why a cold wallet is non-negotiable for serious BTC holders.
• Multi-Sig Made Simple: Understanding and setting up Bitcoin Multi-Signature (Multi-Sig) wallets for enhanced security, inheritance planning, and robust co-signing setups.
• Testing Your Backup: Learn how to perform a "dry run" recovery to ensure your funds are accessible even if your hardware wallet fails—a vital, often-skipped step!
• The 5-Dollar Wrench Attack: Strategies for defending against physical threats and securing your keys against worst-case scenarios.
• Best Practices for UTXO Management and transaction privacy on the Bitcoin blockchain.

### Audience:

• Bitcoin Newcomers: Learn how to withdraw from an exchange and secure your first Satoshi.
• Experienced Bitcoiners: Discover advanced Multi-Sig setups and new security protocols.
• Anyone committed to financial sovereignty, digital asset security, and the Bitcoin standard.

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