Trezor Wallet Backups Explained: BIP39 (12 or 24 words) vs. SLIP39 (20 words)
How Wallet Backups Work
BIP39: The 12 or 24-word wallet backup
SLIP39: The Upgradeable 20-Word Multi-Share Backup
Frequently Asked Questions
Final Thoughts: Which One Should You Use?
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What is BIP39?
How BIP39 Works
Key Features of BIP39
BIP39 Limitations
What is SLIP39?
How SLIP39 Works
Key Features of SLIP39
Example: A 2-of-3 SLIP39 Setup
Which Trezor devices support SLIP39 backups?
Can I upgrade my existing BIP39 wallet to SLIP39 directly?
Can I upgrade a SLIP39 backup later?
Can I use a passphrase with BIP39 and SLIP39?
What if Trezor stops making hardware wallets?
Is SLIP39 compatible with multisig?
How many shares can I create with SLIP39?
What happens if I lose a SLIP39 share?
Why use Multi-Share instead of just splitting a regular backup myself?
What is the difference between a 12-word and a 24-word BIP39 backup? Is 24 words safer?
Why does SLIP39 use 20 words?
Should I upgrade to SLIP39?
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