What’s Your Crypto Future?

Stable Earner

You’ve built a strong foundation, but your crypto security can still be upgraded. You understand the basics, but the more your portfolio grows, the more important it is to implement advanced security measures. Take your security to the next level with the following tips.

So what should you do?

Step 1: Keep Only What You Need Online

Use exchanges or hot wallets for short-term trading—keep only what you need to actively trade or stake. This makes it easy to access your crypto for quick transactions.
Move the majority of your assets to a cold wallet (hardware wallet)—this is where the bulk of your portfolio should stay for long-term security.
If you’re staking crypto, look for staking options on your hardware wallet (if available) or use exchanges but set up auto-withdrawals to move staked funds back to self-custody.
Regularly transfer any profits or unused crypto from your hot wallet or exchange to your cold wallet for safekeeping.

Step 2: Put the Hardware Wallet to Work:

If you haven’t yet, complete the setup. Follow the official instructions step-by-step. Make sure to generate the private key on the device itself — not through any app or website.
Transfer Funds to the Wallet. Keep only what you need for active trading on your hot wallet.
Learn to Verify Transactions. Don’t just click through blindly — get comfortable verifying the full details (amount, address) on your wallet’s screen before confirming any transaction.
Activate Additional Security Features: Many hardware wallets support passphrase protection or hidden wallets. Explore the settings and enable these advanced layers if available.
Follow these tips to maximise the security of your hardware wallet: 5 Mistakes To Avoid With Crypto Hard Wallet Safety
Remember to always update your firmware. Learn more about Why Upgrading Cold Wallet Firmware Is Essential For Security

Step 3: Secure Your Active Wallets
For interactions with dApps, staking platforms, and DeFi. Protect your assets:

Enable 2FA on all accounts.
Use a burner wallet for risky interactions.
Revoke unnecessary approvals at Etherscan Token Approval Checker

Step 4: Refresh Your Security Practices

Use a password manager to avoid reusing old passwords.
Check if your emails & passwords were leaked via haveibeenpwned.com.
Use Brave browser for better privacy & security.
Use a secure, regulated exchange for on/off-ramps. Choose a reputable platform like BTC Direct for buying and selling crypto to minimize risks associated with lesser-known exchanges and ensure compliance with the latest security standards.
Double-check every character when transferring crypto. Scammers use lookalike addresses! Always copy-paste & double-check before sending large amounts.
Send a small test transaction first to confirm the destination address.
More more tips check out 5 Ways To Improve Your Cybersecurity Hygiene, Right Now

Step 5: Upgrade Your Seed Phrase Storage
You likely have your recovery phrase written down, but is it fireproof and theft-resistant?

Never store it digitally—no photos, no cloud storage.
Consider steel and encrypted backups like NGRAVE GRAPHENE.
Never share your seed phrase. A reputable company will never ask for your seed phrase. If someone does, they’re almost certainly impersonating a trusted service or brand.
For a deeper dive into safe storage practices and common pitfalls to avoid, check out our full guide: How to store your recovery seed

Step 6: Stay Informed About Advanced Threats:

Even if you’re confident in your security, stay updated on the latest threats and potential vulnerabilities in the crypto world. Join communities, follow reputable security blogs, and pay attention to warnings about specific vulnerabilities in the networks you use.
Regularly read CoinTelegraph and Journal Du Coin (French) to keep up with new threats, wallet vulnerabilities, and best practices, so you can adapt your strategy as the crypto landscape evolves.
Subscribe to NGRAVE’s newsletter for latest tips, articles and news

Get Tips

Will you be a lucky winner?

If you submitted your email address in the free test by June 24, 2025, at 23:59 CEST, you are a legible participant in the giveaway! We're giving away: