Backup. Educate. Empower.
Backup. Educate. Empower.
Who Can Benefit
This program is designed for communities, educators, and organizations working in digital security, privacy,or technology education.
If you teach people how to protect their data, wallets, or digital identity — this is for you.
We’ll equip your group with Cryptosteel backup devices and a concise educational kit. You’ll get everything you need to run a self-custody awareness training — from physical tools to practical guides.
Why Self-Custody Matters?
In today’s digital world, access is everything. It can mean control over your identity, your finances, your communication, or your ability to recover from a crisis. But that access is usually secured by a single point of failure — a password, a recovery phrase, a cryptographic key.
Most people hand over this access to third parties: cloud providers, platforms, devices. We trade convenience for dependence, and often don’t realize the risk until something goes wrong.
Self-custody is the practice of storing and managing sensitive data — like login credentials or recovery phrases — entirely under your own control. It’s about knowing how your data is secured, and where it is. It’s about being able to recover without asking permission.
For individuals, it means autonomy.
For communities, it means resilience.
For educators and organizers, it means empowering people to take responsibility for their digital lives.
Data breaches, account takeovers, phishing attacks — these are not technical edge cases. They’re everyday risks. Teaching self-custody is no longer optional. It’s essential.
And yet, the tools and knowledge are not reaching everyone equally. That’s why we built this program — to give trusted educators simple, durable, and actionable tools they can share. To help others not only understand self-custody, but practice it — with confidence, clarity, and care.
“You can’t be free if you don’t control your access. You can’t be safe if you don’t own your recovery.”
OFFER
If someone loses access to their wallets, email, or identity — it’s often unrecoverable.
Cloud services are hackable, and USB drives degrade. Offline backups are essential.
Who Should Apply?
ABOUT US
What is Cryptosteel?
Cryptosteel is a durable, analog device for storing sensitive information such as passwords, recovery phrases, and private keys — entirely offline. It was created to meet a real need: having a long-lasting, physical backup that can withstand fire, water, and mechanical damage.
The system uses standardized stainless steel letter tiles, making it easy to assemble and correct your backup without tools, engraving, or special skills. Unlike handwritten notes or improvised methods, Cryptosteel provides a clear and consistent format.
Whether you’re securing access to digital assets, encrypted accounts, or confidential archives, Cryptosteel offers a reliable, platform-independent way to preserve what matters most — safely, privately, and without relying on any third party.
How does the program work?
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Explore our most frequently asked questions to quickly find the information you need.
Who is this program for?
Who is this program for?
This initiative is designed for organizations, educators, and community leaders who are actively engaged in teaching digital security, privacy, or data ownership. It is not intended for individual consumers.
What will I receive if accepted into the program?
What will I receive if accepted into the program?
You’ll receive a voucher to obtain a Cryptosteel capsule, access to a recorded instructional video, and an invitation to a live training session. Additional support materials may be provided depending on your group’s needs.
Can I get more than one capsule for my group?
Can I get more than one capsule for my group?
Yes. If you are organizing a training or outreach effort, we can support you with additional capsules depending on your plan and capacity. Use the application form to outline your needs.
What happens during the live session?
What happens during the live session?
You’ll be walked through the full process of using Cryptosteel, with live demonstrations and the chance to ask questions. It’s a good opportunity to prepare for running your own sessions locally.
Is Cryptosteel only for cryptocurrency users?
Is Cryptosteel only for cryptocurrency users?
No. While it was originally created to secure crypto seed phrases, Cryptosteel is used widely for storing any sensitive information – including system passwords, encrypted drive keys, passphrases, or confidential codes.
Do I need technical knowledge to use Cryptosteel?
Do I need technical knowledge to use Cryptosteel?
Not at all. The device is fully analog, intuitive, and requires no tools or prior experience. It’s suitable for beginners as well as advanced users.
Can I fix mistakes during setup?
Can I fix mistakes during setup?
Yes. The tile system allows you to change or correct your input during the backup process without damaging the device or needing to start over.
How long will the backup last?
How long will the backup last?
Cryptosteel is made of high-grade stainless steel. When stored correctly, it can remain legible and functional for decades or even centuries.
Can I use it to store multiple types of data?
Can I use it to store multiple types of data?
Yes. You can store passwords, recovery phrases, PINs, or even fragments of important messages – anything that can be represented using standard Latin characters.
Is the backup accessible to others?
Is the backup accessible to others?
Only if you choose to share it. You can store your capsule in a secure place or distribute it in parts across trusted individuals (e.g. as part of a digital inheritance plan or shared recovery scheme).
How is this better than writing a password on paper?
How is this better than writing a password on paper?
Paper is fragile, flammable, and vulnerable to water and time. Cryptosteel eliminates these risks by providing a secure, tamper-resistant, and readable alternative.
Who is this program for?
Who is this program for?
This initiative is designed for organizations, educators, and community leaders who are actively engaged in teaching digital security, privacy, or data ownership. It is not intended for individual consumers.
What will I receive if accepted into the program?
What will I receive if accepted into the program?
You’ll receive a voucher to obtain a Cryptosteel capsule, access to a recorded instructional video, and an invitation to a live training session. Additional support materials may be provided depending on your group’s needs.
Can I get more than one capsule for my group?
Can I get more than one capsule for my group?
Yes. If you are organizing a training or outreach effort, we can support you with additional capsules depending on your plan and capacity. Use the application form to outline your needs.
What happens during the live session?
What happens during the live session?
You’ll be walked through the full process of using Cryptosteel, with live demonstrations and the chance to ask questions. It’s a good opportunity to prepare for running your own sessions locally.
Is Cryptosteel only for cryptocurrency users?
Is Cryptosteel only for cryptocurrency users?
No. While it was originally created to secure crypto seed phrases, Cryptosteel is used widely for storing any sensitive information – including system passwords, encrypted drive keys, passphrases, or confidential codes.
Do I need technical knowledge to use Cryptosteel?
Do I need technical knowledge to use Cryptosteel?
Not at all. The device is fully analog, intuitive, and requires no tools or prior experience. It’s suitable for beginners as well as advanced users.
Can I fix mistakes during setup?
Can I fix mistakes during setup?
Yes. The tile system allows you to change or correct your input during the backup process without damaging the device or needing to start over.
How long will the backup last?
How long will the backup last?
Cryptosteel is made of high-grade stainless steel. When stored correctly, it can remain legible and functional for decades or even centuries.
Can I use it to store multiple types of data?
Can I use it to store multiple types of data?
Yes. You can store passwords, recovery phrases, PINs, or even fragments of important messages – anything that can be represented using standard Latin characters.
Is the backup accessible to others?
Is the backup accessible to others?
Only if you choose to share it. You can store your capsule in a secure place or distribute it in parts across trusted individuals (e.g. as part of a digital inheritance plan or shared recovery scheme).
How is this better than writing a password on paper?
How is this better than writing a password on paper?
Paper is fragile, flammable, and vulnerable to water and time. Cryptosteel eliminates these risks by providing a secure, tamper-resistant, and readable alternative.