A hardware wallet for securely storing cryptocurrency private keys offline, away from network threats. This physical device signs transactions without ever exposing your keys to an internet-connected computer.
Why it matters on AGON
Your AGON account holds your active betting collateral, but your core crypto stack requires self-custody. A Trezor is the industry standard for securing the USDC and ETH you hold on mainnet or bridge to Base for funding your activity on /markets.
Using a hardware wallet separates your main bankroll from your active trading funds. A hot wallet like MetaMask is for speed and convenience; a Trezor is for security and preservation. It's the difference between your betting float and the funds you hodl for the long term. This compartmentalization is fundamental risk management.
How to apply
Setup is the most critical phase. When you initialize a Trezor, it generates a 12 or 24-word seed phrase. Write this phrase down on paper or metal and store it in multiple secure, physical locations. Never create a digital copy—no photos, no text files, no password managers. This phrase is the master key to all your assets.
For ongoing use, practice rigorous operational security. Always verify transaction details—the recipient address and the amount—on the Trezor's physical screen before confirming. The device's screen is the ground truth. A compromised computer can display a false address in your browser, but it cannot alter what the Trezor itself displays.
See also
hardware-wallet · ledger · seed-phrase · bip-39
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