Crypto Inheritance

Secure your family's financial future. Pass on Bitcoin, NFTs, and DeFi positions without trust, lawyers, or exchanges.

4 Million Bitcoin Lost Forever
$68 billion unrecoverable
<15%
Have Estate Plans
85% at risk of loss
$6T
Market by 2045
Growing 40% annually

Why Traditional Wills Don't Work for Crypto

Your family can't inherit what they can't access. Traditional estate planning fails for Web3 assets:

  • Legal Delays: Probate takes 6-18 months. Crypto markets don't wait.
  • Exposure Risk: Lawyers see your seed phrases. Security compromised.
  • Exchange Freezes: Exchanges can freeze accounts. Self-custody is safer but harder to inherit.
  • Technical Barriers: Your family needs to understand wallets, keys, DeFi protocols.

The Vault Protocol Solution

Set up crypto inheritance in 10 minutes. Your family gets automatic access if you pass away.

  • Deadman Switch: Automatic release if you don't check in (e.g., every 6 months)
  • Encrypted Content: Store seed phrases, private keys, or instructions
  • Multi-Recipient: Split assets across family members (50% spouse, 25% each kid)
  • Notifications: Email, SMS, Telegram reminders to check in

How to Set Up Crypto Inheritance (5 Steps)

1

Create Your Vault

Connect wallet, name your vault (e.g., 'Family Inheritance'), choose storage tier.

2

Upload Encrypted Content

Add seed phrases, private keys, exchange credentials, or video instructions. Encrypted client-side with AES-256.

3

Add Recipients

Enter family member wallet addresses or email. Set percentage shares (e.g., 50% spouse, 25% each child).

4

Configure Deadman Switch

Set check-in period (e.g., every 6 months). If you don't check in, vault releases to recipients.

5

Set Notifications

Enable Email, SMS, Telegram reminders. Get alerts 30/7/1 days before release.

What to Include in Your Crypto Inheritance Vault

Hardware wallet seed phrases (24 words)
MetaMask/Phantom recovery phrases
Exchange login credentials (2FA backup codes)
DeFi protocol positions (Aave, Compound, Uniswap LP)
NFT wallet addresses
Staking account details
Multi-sig wallet access instructions
Video walkthrough for non-technical family
Accountant/lawyer contact info
Tax records and cost basis

"I finally have peace of mind knowing my wife can access our Bitcoin if something happens to me. Set it up in 15 minutes. Worth every penny."

Michael Thompson
Bitcoin holder since 2016, Father of 3

Crypto Inheritance FAQ

What if I forget to check in?

You'll receive reminders via email, SMS, and Telegram 30 days, 7 days, and 1 day before release. Multiple chances to prevent accidental release.

Can my family see the vault content before release?

No. Content is encrypted until release conditions are met. Zero-knowledge architecture.

What if my recipient doesn't have a crypto wallet?

You can use email addresses. They'll receive encrypted content via email when vault releases.

Can I update the vault content later?

Yes! Update anytime before release. Add new accounts, update seed phrases, edit instructions.

Is this legally binding?

Vault Protocol is a technical solution, not legal advice. Consult an estate planning attorney for legal documentation.

Protect Your Family's Financial Future

Set up crypto inheritance in 10 minutes. Free tier available.