If you want to include a trusted heir or beneficiary in your vault setup, Theya makes it easy to assign one of your vault keys for inheritance. This allows the intended recipient to co-sign with Theya to recover the bitcoin in the event of your passing, without compromising access while you're alive.
Step-by-step: assigning an inheritance key
Create or open your vault
Navigate to the Vaults tab
Select the vault you’d like to configure for inheritance
Go to Key Management
Click on the vault
Open the Key Management tab
Select an available key slot
If you’re creating a new vault, you can assign the second key to your beneficiary
If replacing an existing key, click Manage and then Change Device
Have the beneficiary set up their device
The beneficiary must use a Theya-supported hardware wallet (e.g., Coldcard, Trezor) or a secure mobile key
The setup process guides them through adding their key
Document your inheritance wishes
Include this setup in your will or estate plan
Let your heir know Theya will assist them if the time comes
Ensure they understand how to access the device but avoid premature use
Best practices
Use a dedicated hardware wallet for inheritance purposes
Store all key-related instructions in a safe and clearly labeled location
Communicate your plan to your attorney or estate executor
Explain assisted recovery in the Theya app that will allow your heir and Theya to move funds in the future
How inheritance works at time of recovery
If your beneficiary needs to recover the funds:
The beneficiary will mark your key as lost in the Theya app or web app, or contact Theya Support to initiate the process
The beneficiary will answer their security questions
A mandatory 4-day waiting period is enforced
Theya will co-sign the transaction only if security questions are answered correctly, allowing the heir to move funds
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