[pshc]

Pretty easy to download a wallet that’s stored in the Secure Enclave of your iPhone with an encrypted backup to your Apple ID account and all those problems go away.

[TedDoesntTalk]

Even this one? “ you die and haven't gone through the complication of setting up a way for your heirs to gain control of your accounts.”

[pshc]

I think this one is actually possible, they have policy for letting loved ones into accounts.

Better to be sure and write the account password in the will.

[TedDoesntTalk]

> they have policy for letting loved ones into accounts

Who has this policy? The blockchain??

[pshc]

Apple

[stouset]

Well now, sounds like you’ve just given centralized control to a third party. Guess your keys aren’t your keys after all.

[pshc]

Keys are still safe in your phone. It’s an encrypted backup. Random Apple employees can’t get to the private key.

I’m not interested in goalkeeping both sides of the convenience-security spectrum. Bury your keys in a tin can if you want, or custody at an insured exchange if that’s your preference. I think installing say Rainbow Wallet is a fine choice.