Hi guys
I know this might sound like a newbie question, but Ive not had enough bitcoin to think about putting any in cold storage since Cryptsy ripped me off when they went down
But just lately ive built myself back up a bit, and just need to check my understanding of a creating a cold wallet is correct ? This is what I think was the best way but im not sure
1. Download latest BTC client
2. move to a pc not connected to the internet.
3. Create an address on that PC without internet.
4. Send fund to address created on PC with no internet access.
5. Save keys in safe place
Also I was wondering if there are any 100% safe third party wallets that enable quick access if needed ?
Sorry if my question has been covered many times, but I just don't want to make a big mistake.
Thanks
Rick
The most secure way to store your Bitcoin is to produce paper wallets from a copy of a website using a browser on an offline computer booted from a secure OS on a CD printing to a wired printer with no internal memory.However, that's only work for long term.I'f your looking for security but usable storage. You can try hardware wallet like a Ledger or Trezor that will very securely store your Bitcoin while still being usable.I know this might sound like a newbie question, but Ive not had enough bitcoin to think about putting any in cold storage since Cryptsy ripped me off when they went down
But just lately ive built myself back up a bit, and just need to check my understanding of a creating a cold wallet is correct ? This is what I think was the best way but im not sure
1. Download latest BTC client
2. move to a pc not connected to the internet.
3. Create an address on that PC without internet.
4. Send fund to address created on PC with no internet access.
5. Save keys in safe place
Also I was wondering if there are any 100% safe third party wallets that enable quick access if needed ?
Sorry if my question has been covered many times, but I just don't want to make a big mistake.
Thanks
Rick