Best practices for using a hardware wallet 🧵👇 1/ Choose a Bitcoin-only device. If Bitcoin is your priority, your hardware wallet should reflect that. Manufacturers that focus solely on Bitcoin are more likely to prioritize security over altcoin support. 2/ Buy directly from the manufacturer. No Amazon. No eBay. Tampered devices are real. Avoid the risk and order straight from the official website. 3/ Airgapped > USB. Pick a device that can be used airgapped, like the Blockstream Jade. Your seed should never be generated or stored on a device that's directly connected to the internet. 4/ Use open-source wallet software. Always download from official sources. And if you want extra peace of mind, pair your device with open-source software like Sparrow or Electrum (instead of the manufacturer's companion app). 5/ Create your own entropy. Advanced, but worth it. Use dice rolls or coin flips to generate your seed, not just the device’s internal generator. "Don't trust, verify." 6/ NEVER input your seed on an online device. Not in a photo. Not in Google Docs. Not in a screenshot. Your seed belongs offline. Period. 7/ Test your backups. Don't wait for an emergency. Generate a seed → derive addresses → delete the wallet → recover the seed offline. Practice recovery while you're calm, not when you're panicking. 8/ Practice sending & receiving. Make small test transactions until you’re fully comfortable using your device. It’s cheap insurance and builds confidence.