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Self-custody planning tool

Store your Bitcoin with a clear plan.

Choose a storage model first, then compare signing devices, recovery backups and accessories. No wallet connection or personal information is required.

Never enter wallet secrets here

21Relay will never ask for a seed phrase, private key, passphrase, PIN or wallet backup. This planner stores nothing.

Setup planner

Which approach fits you?

This is an educational starting point—not a product endorsement or guarantee.

Primary use
Technical comfort
Signing connection
Recovery model

Your recommended plan

Guided hardware-wallet setup

A suitable starting point for many first-time self-custody users who prefer clear prompts and companion software.

  1. 1Buy through an official or authorised channel
  2. 2Initialize the device yourself
  3. 3Record recovery words offline
  4. 4Verify receiving addresses on the device screen

Your browser will open its print dialog. Select Save as PDF. The plan is generated locally and is not uploaded.

Device directory

Hardware wallets and signers

A neutral starting list, not a ranking. Check compatibility and buy through official channels.

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Hardware wallet

Trezor Safe family

Guided setup and clear on-device confirmation.

Compare current Safe models and supported features on the official store.

Official information

Hardware wallet

Blockstream Jade

Bitcoin-focused use with supported USB, Bluetooth and QR workflows.

Confirm the current model, connection options and platform support.

Official information

Hardware wallet

BitBox02 Bitcoin-only

A focused Bitcoin-only device with a guided companion app.

Check current compatibility on the official Bitcoin-only product page.

Official information

Signing device

COLDCARD

Experienced users seeking removable-media and advanced Bitcoin workflows.

Read the current model documentation before choosing an air-gapped workflow.

Official information

DIY signing device

SeedSigner

Hands-on users who understand stateless, QR-based signing and DIY assembly.

This is a DIY project, not a beginner shortcut. Follow its documentation carefully.

Official information

Device information reviewed against official manufacturer or project pages in August 2026. Features can change.

Complete the setup

Backups and accessories

Durable recovery backup

Paper can work when stored safely; metal backups may add resistance to fire and water. Never buy a pre-filled backup.

Private recovery location

Keep backups away from cameras and cloud storage. Avoid storing the device and its only backup together.

Supported transfer media

Use only microSD cards, cables, power or QR accessories supported by the device documentation.

Supply-chain checks

Buy from official or authorised sources and follow the maker's authenticity checks before use.

Before depositing

Safety checklist

  • I initialized the signer myself.
  • No one supplied or saw my recovery words.
  • I verified a receiving address on the device screen.
  • I sent and received a small test amount.
  • I understand how to recover if the device fails.
  • I know how to obtain official updates.