Zero-knowledge encrypted storage that's permanently destroyed when you die.
Zero-Knowledge Promise: Your master password never leaves your device. We cannot recover your data if you forget it. This is by design.
This 24-word phrase is the ONLY way to recover your vault if you forget your password.
⚠ Critical: We cannot recover your account if you lose this. Not "won't"—can't. Write it down now.
Your recovery phrase exists only in your possession. Here's how to keep it safe for decades.
| Method | Fire | Water | Lifespan | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titanium Plate | Excellent | Excellent | 1000+ yrs | $50-80 |
| Stainless Steel Plate | Excellent | Good | 100+ yrs | $30-50 |
| Washer Method | Excellent | Good | 100+ yrs | $15-25 |
| Laminated Paper | Poor | Good | 5-20 yrs | $5 |
| Paper (Archival) | Poor | Poor | 50+ yrs* | $2 |
*Archival paper in climate-controlled storage. Standard paper: 5-10 years.
The gold standard. Survives house fires, floods, and outlives you by generations.
Clever and discreet—looks like spare hardware, not a crypto backup.
Simplest approach. Good for secondary backup while preparing metal.
Create 3 backups in 3 locations. Any 2 can recover your access.
Not obvious places. Inside books, behind furniture, unmarked containers in garage.
Bank safety deposit box or fireproof safe at trusted family member's home.
Buried waterproof container, separate region, or held by attorney with estate docs.
Harbor Freight: Letter punch set ($8-15), hammer ($6)
Home Depot/Lowes: Stainless plate or washers, bolt, nut
💡 Pay cash. Don't order "crypto backup" products online—overpriced and creates purchase history.
Enter your recovery phrase to confirm you've saved it correctly.
Why verify? An untested backup is not a backup. We're confirming your phrase is recorded correctly before creating your vault.