The Value of a Metal Recovery-Phrase Plate — Fire and Water Resistance
Paper recovery sheets burn, warp and fade. A metal plate survives fire, water and time.
The core value
- Stable through house fires at temperatures paper cannot survive.
- Unaffected by flooding, humidity or long-term moisture.
- Engraved text remains legible across decades.
When to invest
If your holdings are long-term, if you plan to pass them on, or if your storage location is not climate-controlled — the metal plate is the cheapest insurance you can buy.
Safety reminder: Use only the official Ledger site and Ledger Live. Never type your recovery phrase or PIN into a webpage and never share them with anyone. Pause and verify the moment anything looks unusual.