A year ago, I survived a home invasion that changed my life. 🏠💔
An addict broke in, knowing I had money — because I had shared too much.
It wasn’t random. It was targeted. And it shook me to the core.
Here’s what I learned — and what YOU need to know to protect yourself 🧵👇
🔐 *1. Never Flex Online*
Don’t post profits. Don’t flash ledgers, cash, or wallets. Even a subtle brag can put you at risk. People *watch*.
📦 *2. Separate Cold Storage*
Keep long-term funds in a *hardware wallet* (Ledger, Trezor). Store it in a physically safe place — not next to your computer.
🏡 *3. Use a Hidden Setup*
Use decoy wallets. Secret recovery phrases should *never* be written down visibly or stored on your phone.
📵 *4. 2FA Everything*
Use *authenticator apps*, NOT SMS. Use passcodes on every app, even if it seems minor.
🧍♂️ *5. Don’t Tell Friends Everything*
Even trusted people may unintentionally leak that you “do crypto” or are “doing well.” Keep it minimal.
🛑 *6. Keep IRL Security Tight*
Cameras, locks, and never storing large amounts of cash. Use a PO Box. Don’t list your real home address when possible.
⚠️ *Final Words*:
Crypto gives us *freedom*, but freedom comes with responsibility. The more you earn, the more you must protect.
Don’t wait until something bad happens to take your security seriously.
$BTC $CAKE #CryptoSecurity #StaySafe #Web3 #HardLessons #NeverAgain 🛡️💸