Educational Byte: What Happens to Someone's Crypto if They Die?

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/educational-byte-what-happens-to-someones-crypto-if-they-die . Without a plan, your crypto could vanish forever when you’re gone. Let’s talk about how to make sure your loved ones can access it securely. Check more stories related to web3 at: https://hackernoon.com/c/web3 . You can also check exclusive content about #private-keys , #cryptocurrency-inheritance , #dead-mans-switch , #cryptocurrency-investment , #multisignature , #crypto-wallet-security , #obyte , #good-company , and more. This story was written by: @obyte . Learn more about this writer by checking @obyte's about page, and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com . If you lose your private key to a self-custody wallet, the coins remain on the ledger but can never move again. If your crypto is stored with an exchange or company that holds the keys for you, your heirs might get access after a legal process. Even a small amount is worth protecting.