the deadhand blog

writing about crypto inheritance, trust, and the human side of security.

What Happens to Your Crypto When You Die?

Without a plan, your Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other crypto assets are lost forever when you die. Here's what happens and how to prevent it.

Shamir's Secret Sharing Explained (For Normal People)

Shamir's Secret Sharing sounds complicated. It's not. Here's how it works and why it's the best way to backup your crypto seed phrase.

How to Backup Your Seed Phrase Securely (Without a Ledger)

Paper backups fail. Single copies are risky. Here's how to backup your crypto seed phrase properly using Shamir's Secret Sharing.

Dead Man's Switch: How to Automate Crypto Inheritance

A dead man's switch automatically triggers an action when you stop responding. Learn how this mechanism enables trustless cryptocurrency inheritance.