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The Most Common Self-Custody Mistakes w/ QnA | Your Bitcoin Story #112


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Avoid the most common Bitcoin self-custody mistakes.

In this powerful episode, GG sits down with QnA — renowned Bitcoin educator and self-custody advocate — to explore the most common pitfalls Bitcoiners face when taking control of their coins.

🔐 Whether you're new to self-custody or refining your long-term Bitcoin storage strategy, this episode is packed with practical advice, security best practices, and expert insights into avoiding costly mistakes.

What we cover:
• The #1 mistake Bitcoiners make when securing their keys
• Why recovery testing is essential — and how to do it safely
• Pros and cons of paper, metal, and SD card backups
• Multi-signature setups: are they worth the complexity?
• Balancing security vs. usability
• Inheritance planning: passing Bitcoin on to loved ones
• The future of seedless wallets and custody innovations
• How to build a Bitcoin Dojo for secure sovereignty

🎧 GG and QnA share practical strategies for secure Bitcoin custody, recovery, and digital sovereignty — with real-world examples and hard-earned lessons.

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🕐 TIMESTAMPS
00:00 The Importance of Recovery in Bitcoin Self-Custody
07:05 Mindset Shift: From Setup to Ongoing Responsibility
10:41 Backup Methods: Paper, Metal, and SD Cards
19:07 Evaluating Backup Strategies: Trade-offs and Redundancy
26:29 The Complexity of Multi-Sig: A Cautionary Approach
30:00 Navigating Bitcoin Security Choices
33:01 Inheritance Planning for Bitcoin Holders
36:55 Balancing Security and Usability in Bitcoin
40:06 Innovations in Bitcoin Custody Solutions
44:01 The Future of Seed Phrases and Bitcoin Security
49:49 Finding Balance Between Security and Paranoia
54:04 Setting Up a Bitcoin Dojo

🎒 More Resources
→ QnA’s Bitcoin Guides: https://bitcoiner.guide
→ Follow QnA: https://x.com/qna
→ GG’s Bitcoin newsletter 'Sovereign Stoic': https://sovereignstoic.substack.com  
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