I’ve been exploring how to make self-custody more approachable for the average person. As I’ve learned more myself and encouraged others to move off exchanges, I’ve started to think:
1. Single-signature hardware wallet setups are not necessarily the right starting point for everyone - some just don’t want the responsibility of managing their own keys.
2. Diversifying across custody models (collaborative multi-sig, single-sig, DIY multi-sig), matched to individual goals, tech-comfort and stack size, can help reduce initial fear and decision paralysis.
To test this, I've built a short quiz to help people discover custody models aligned with their preferences.
Would really appreciate feedback - I am debating whether it would be better to create more prescriptive recommendations or the current format of generalized, educational approach can help more people actually take action?
The quiz is here -
https://walletpilot.com/custody-compass/model-finder.
No sign-up or any info required. It's 9 questions which score custody models from exchange-storage to DIY multisig. Would love your thoughts 🙏