When it comes to securing your crypto, many investors turn to metal backups for their seed phrases. At first glance, they seem like the ultimate solution—durable, fireproof, and resistant to wear. But there’s a significant problem lurking beneath the surface: the single point of failure.
Single Point of Failure: The Hidden Risk of Metal Backups
Metal backups come in two common forms: plates and capsules. Both may seem secure at first glance—durable and fireproof—but they are not foolproof. A single metal backup still holds your entire seed phrase in one place, introducing significant risks. After a house fire, you may not even be allowed back into your home due to structural instability or toxic fumes. Worse yet, firefighters or others entering the property could find the plate or capsule before you do. If you’re traveling when disaster strikes, retrieving your backup is impossible. The convenience of metal comes at a high cost—total reliance on a single location and full exposure to unforeseen risks.
Tyvek vs. Paper and Metal: Which Backup Material Is Best?
Backup solutions come in many forms, but not all are created equal. Paper is cheap and simple but highly vulnerable to water damage, tearing, and fading. Metal backups are more durable but come with their own set of risks, including detectability during travel and reliance on one location.
Enter Tyvek—a high-tech material designed for durability, discretion, and flexibility. Tyvek is:
- Water-resistant: Unlike paper, Tyvek won’t dissolve in water.
- Tear-proof: Its tough construction ensures longevity.
- Travel-friendly: It’s lightweight and invisible to metal detectors, making it ideal for international security checks.
- Distributable: With 10 cards, you can store your seed phrases in multiple locations, eliminating the single point of failure.
By choosing Tyvek, you’re not just opting for durability—you’re embracing a smarter, decentralized way to secure your crypto. Even if one card is lost or compromised, the rest remain intact, and your funds are safe thanks to additional security measures like the 25th PassPhrase. Plus, the cost difference is striking: while 10 metal backups cost hundreds of dollars, Satoshi’s Choice Tyvek solution offers the same decentralized security for just $79.
I already had a titanium backup and used this as an additional option. I hadn’t considered that after a house fire, it’s not guaranteed you’ll even be able to re-enter your home to retrieve your metal backup. Now I placed several cards in different locations. Feels much saver.
Patrick R.
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Why settle for one backup when you can have 10?
Why rely on just one backup? Satoshi’s Choice provides 10 Tyvek cards that are water-resistant, tear-proof, and perfect for decentralized storage. By using multiple locations, you reduce risk and ensure your seed phrases are always safe. Even if you already use a metal backup, adding Tyvek cards enhances your strategy—because true security is never centralized.
Even if someone finds one card, your Bitcoin is still protected by your 25th PassPhrase—a smart tip from the guide. That’s true security.
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