• Samourai Wallet is a great way to take self custody of Bitcoin and secure funds from environmental hazards.
• Kiboruto is a stainless steel backup device made by Crazyk_031 and Stackbitme that is tailor made for Samourai Wallet.
• This guide demonstrates how to set up a fresh Samourai Wallet on Android and secure the seed phrase in a Kiboruto.
Taking self custody of your Bitcoin is an important step in leading a permissionless life. To ensure your funds are secure and safe from environmental hazards such as fire or flood, the Kiboruto, made by Crazyk_031 and Stackbitme is a great tool. This stainless steel backup is tailor made for Samourai Wallet and this guide will demonstrate how to set up a fresh Samourai Wallet on an Android device and secure the seed phrase in a Kiboruto.
When setting up Samourai Wallet, you will be given a list of 12 words known as your “seed words”, “seed phrase” or “mnemonic phrase”. These 12 seed words are a key piece of information which allows you to restore your Bitcoin wallet if the phone is lost, stolen or damaged beyond repair. It is important to save these seed words in the same order that your wallet presents them to you, as getting one of the words out of order could render the backup useless.
Along with the seed words, you will also be given a “passphrase” which is an additional layer of protection for your wallet. You should keep this passphrase secure and separate from your seed words. Once your seed words and passphrase have been securely stored, you can proceed with setting up your wallet.
The next step is to set up your Kiboruto backup. To do this, you will need a stainless steel Kiboruto, a permanent marker and some scissors. Before you begin, make sure you have your seed words and passphrase easily accessible.
Once you have all the materials you need, the first step is to write down your seed words on the Kiboruto using the permanent marker. Make sure to keep them in the same order that your wallet presented them to you. You can also write down your passphrase on the Kiboruto as well if you wish. Once you have finished writing down your seed words and passphrase, use the scissors to cut off the excess steel around the words. This is to ensure that the words cannot be tampered with.
Now your Kiboruto backup is ready to be used. You can store it in a secure and safe place, such as a safe or a lockbox. This way you can be sure that your seed words and passphrase are protected from environmental hazards and other factors that could put your funds at risk.
By following this guide, you can easily set up a fresh Samourai Wallet on your Android device and secure your seed words and passphrase in a Kiboruto. Doing this will give you the peace of mind that your funds are safe and secure, no matter what happens.