Despite the price recently crossing $100k and then reaching an all-time high (in dollars), the media have been unusually quiet.
Meanwhile, companies and even entire countries continue signaling support and acquiring bitcoin behind the scenes.
With soaring inflation in countries like Turkey and Argentina, Bitcoin is also hitting all-time highs there, all while educational programs like Trezor Academy are onboarding the next wave of Bitcoiners. More people are looking at Bitcoin as the solution to their problem.
The general consensus? The market feels disconnected from what’s really happening in Bitcoin. Bullish.
Keep reading to learn about how we’re preparing for quantum technology, and what’s been happening in Bitcoin this month.
Buying crypto is easy. Securing it puts you in control.
If you’ve wondered whether exchanges are really safe, or what it means to “hold your own keys,” you’re not alone.
This article is for anyone who wants to take the next step: to understand what self-custody really means, why it matters, and how a hardware wallet helps you protect what’s yours.
Buying crypto is just the beginning. The most important part is you secure it.
Most people start by keeping crypto on an exchange or in an app. It’s easy, but it comes with a cost: you’re trusting someone else to hold your money. And if that platform gets hacked, freezes your account, or shuts down, your assets could disappear overnight.
Self-custody changes that. It means you, and only you, control the private keys that unlock your crypto. No third parties or gatekeepers.
Crypto was built on the idea of independence. Self-custody puts that into practice. It’s a shift in mindset: you’re not just investing, you’re owning your financial future.
A hardware wallet is a tool built for one purpose: keeping your crypto keys safe by keeping them offline.
When you set it up, your private keys are created inside the device, and they never leave it.
Even when plugged into your phone or computer, the wallet doesn’t share those keys. Instead, it signs transactions internally, then sends only the signed data out. Your keys stay isolated from the internet at all times.
This is called cold storage, and it’s the foundation of how hardware wallets protect your crypto.
The reason offline storage matters is simple: most online threats rely on access.
Malware, phishing attacks, and remote exploits all try to steal your private keys. But with a hardware wallet, the keys never touch your computer or phone, so your crypto stays safe even if those are compromised.
Each transaction must be physically confirmed on the device. You see exactly what you’re approving before anything is sent, which prevents invisible tampering.
The wallet runs minimal, purpose-built code. No extra apps. No background processes. That simplicity reduces the ways something can go wrong.
It’s this combination — offline isolation, physical confirmation, and minimal attack surface — that gives hardware wallets their unmatched level of protection.
Crypto wallets fall into two main types: software and hardware.
A software wallet is an app on your phone or computer. It’s great for quick access and small payments, but because it’s connected to the internet, your keys are more exposed.
A hardware wallet stores your keys offline in a separate device. This makes it much harder for hackers or malware to access your funds.
Use a software wallet if you are transacting often, and a hardware wallet for long-term saving.
A good rule of thumb: only keep in a software wallet what you’d carry in cash.
By combining both, you get the best of both worlds: speed and convenience for daily use, security, and peace of mind for long-term storage.
A hardware wallet protects your keys, but you’re still responsible for backing them up.
When you set up your wallet, it gives you a backup: a list of words to write down and store safely, also called a seed phrase or recovery seed.
Never share your backup, store it digitally, or enter it into an internet-connected device. If someone else gets access to it, they can take your funds; no hacking required.
If your wallet goes missing, your backup gets you back on track.
Trezor was the first hardware wallet ever created, launched in 2014. Since then, it’s become one of the most trusted tools for Bitcoin and crypto self-custody.
Its software and firmware are fully open source, meaning anyone can review and test the code. This kind of transparency helps ensure the security behind the device is real, not just claimed.
Trezor is designed to make self-custody simple. Setting up a wallet is beginner-friendly, and advanced features are available when you’re ready to use them.
Your keys never leave the device. No one (not even Trezor) can access your funds, freeze your account, or act on your behalf.
Behind Trezor is a security-first team and a global community that values privacy, personal freedom, and open technology. And if you ever need help, our support team is here to assist — real people ready to guide you.
Getting started with Trezor is simple. The device guides you through setup step by step, and the Trezor Suite app makes it easy to manage your wallet.
Once your wallet is set up, the most important step is to test and secure your recovery backup. Trezor Suite includes a built-in check so you can make sure everything is written down correctly before you need it.
After that, you’re ready to send and receive crypto.
If you want personal guidance, Trezor Expert offers one-on-one onboarding. A team member will walk you through setup, answer your questions, and help you feel fully in control from the start.
Taking control of your crypto comes with responsibility, but it also brings peace of mind.
With a hardware wallet, you know your keys are safe, and your money is truly yours.
“I bought 2 with my initial order. Set one up to use and put the other one in locked storage. I wanted backup plan in case of total failure and another hardware wallet sell out.
Of course it would partially depend on the value of the assets you want to protect.” – Trezor Reddit User
This is the most common reason to get a second hardware wallet: peace of mind.
Imagine this…
• Your device is damaged • Your device is lost • Your device is stolen
It could be as unexpected as your pet eating your device (surprisingly, this has happened multiple times with dogs.)
Or as dramatic as a misplaced or stolen device.
Think of this device as your emergency backup.
With this backup device, you can be ready to access and secure your funds immediately. There is no need to waste time ordering a new hardware wallet. Just enter your PIN and/or passphrase, and you can immediately access your funds to secure or move them.
To be clear, in this case, you are cloning your original hardware device by restoring the same wallet. They will usually be kept in different locations.
Two things happen after you get into crypto…
You buy a hardware wallet
You tell everyone you know about how crypto changes the world!
It’s ok, the moment you get into crypto, you can’t stop talking about it. We’ve all been there.
Gifting a hardware wallet is a great way to help friends and family start their self-custody journey without leaving their assets on an exchange. You can be there to answer any questions.
Like this Trezor Model T user:
“I Bought This Crypto Wallet as a Gift During Prime Days and Scored a Great Deal! The recipient has shared that it’s easy to use and effectively does the job, which is all I could ask for. So, I guess it’s a solid 5 stars from me.”
And if you’re giving a hardware wallet to someone who might need help getting started?
“You only wanna trade BTC -> BTC only firmware. Otherwise, no need. Except if you have tons of BTC/crypto, then consider getting multiple hardware wallets.” — Trezor Reddit Comment
It’s not uncommon to want one device for Bitcoin and one device for other crypto.
Some users prefer to separate Bitcoin from other cryptocurrencies for simplicity and security. If Bitcoin makes up most of your crypto, this might be you.
Interested in our Bitcoin-only devices? You can check them out by clicking here.
If you’re actively trading but also HODLing Bitcoin and altcoins, keeping separate devices makes sense.
• One wallet for trading — connected and frequently used for transactions.
• One wallet for long-term storage — rarely touched, securely stored.
If you’re HODLing for the long term, you don’t want to spend too much time fiddling with your hardware wallet beyond the necessary updates.
Having one device you only use for trading and another securely hidden away is much easier and safer, as you’ll want your trading wallet to hand quite often.
“My thought was it made sense not to put all my eggs in one basket.” — Trezor Forum Comment
You wouldn’t keep all your money in one bank account, so why store all your crypto in one wallet?
• Multiple wallets mean you can split funds across devices, reducing risk in case of theft, loss, or damage.
• You can also use a passphrase (advanced feature) to create multiple wallets on one device.
You can learn more about passphrases here:
This isn’t a fun question, but it is necessary.
Everyone who owns crypto will have to consider this at some point in their life: If something happens to you, can your family access your crypto?
Do they know where your hardware wallet is and how to access your funds in an emergency?
Giving a hardware device to a trusted family member or executor is not uncommon, and it’s usually part of a multisig setup.
This is becoming more common as the crypto economy becomes larger. Here at Trezor, we hold crypto as a business, so having multiple devices and layers of protection to separate business and personal funds makes sense.
If you accept crypto payments or hold crypto as a company, a dedicated business hardware wallet ensures:
• Clear separation of funds • Easier accounting & security
If you own a business and want to manage crypto, getting a second hardware wallet is necessary to manage the funds and be transparent.
Would you feel comfortable carrying your main hardware wallet while traveling?
A secondary travel wallet can hold limited funds while your main assets stay secure at home.
Pro tip: Use a passphrase to create a separate wallet for travel within your device.
Some people collect trainers. Others collect hardware wallets.
Hardcore crypto users love upgrading to the latest, most secure hardware wallet tech.
But having multiple wallets isn’t just fun, it ensures you’re always using the best hardware to protect your assets.
Given how much hardware wallets are often protecting, the investment is often seen as reasonable.
Bitcoin adoption grows through education.
If you teach friends, host meetups, or run workshops, having a dedicated hardware wallet for demos makes learning easier.
At Trezor Academy, we use hardware wallets for in-person education and to help people learn self-custody the right way.
If you’re involved in similar events, it might be worth getting a spare device!
Need instant access to your funds? Multisig probably isn’t for you.
Want extra layers of security and don’t mind the complexity? Multisig could be a great option!
Multisig (multi-signature) is a highly secure way to store crypto, eliminating the risk of a single point of failure.
Instead of relying on just one wallet, multiple keys (usually multiple devices) are required to authorize transactions. This reduces the risk of losing access due to a lost or stolen backup. Some users choose multisig to distribute signing across multiple locations or even to make it harder to access their own funds, such as requiring physical travel to retrieve signing devices.
Warning:Multisig is not beginner-friendly. If set up incorrectly, you could permanently lose access to your funds. Proceed with caution!
