How It Works

Simple Steps to Protect Your Legacy

Setting up your digital estate plan takes just minutes. Our intuitive platform guides you through every step, from connecting your wallet to deploying your plan.

Six Simple Steps

Follow these steps to create a comprehensive digital estate plan that protects your assets and ensures they reach your intended beneficiaries.

01

Connect Your Wallet

Link your existing cryptocurrency wallet to Eternal Vault. We never have access to your private keys—you maintain full control of your assets at all times.

  • Support for MetaMask, WalletConnect, and hardware wallets
  • Multi-chain support including BNB Chain, Ethereum, and Polygon
  • Non-custodial architecture ensures you maintain complete control
  • Secure connection with industry-standard encryption
02

Add Your Assets

Import and track all your digital assets in one unified dashboard. Our system automatically detects tokens, NFTs, and DeFi positions.

  • Automatic token detection and price tracking
  • Support for NFTs, DeFi positions, and staking
  • Real-time portfolio valuation and analytics
  • Track assets across multiple wallets and chains
03

Add Beneficiaries

Identify who should receive your assets. Add family members, friends, charities, or any recipient with a valid wallet address.

  • Unlimited beneficiaries per estate
  • Identity verification options for added security
  • Invite beneficiaries via email or wallet address
  • Beneficiaries get their own portal for tracking
04

Create Micro Vaults

Organize your assets into micro vaults, each with its own beneficiaries and release conditions. This provides granular control over your estate.

  • Separate vaults for different purposes (education, emergency, etc.)
  • Assign specific assets or percentages to each vault
  • Independent release conditions per vault
  • Easy management and reallocation
05

Set Release Conditions

Define exactly when and how your assets should be released. Choose from time-based, event-based, or custom conditions.

  • Time-based: Specific dates or after periods of inactivity
  • Event-based: Oracle-verified life events
  • Multi-signature: Require multiple approvals
  • Custom conditions via smart contract logic
06

Activate & Monitor

Deploy your estate plan to the blockchain and monitor it through your dashboard. Make changes anytime before conditions are triggered.

  • One-click deployment to the blockchain
  • Real-time monitoring and alerts
  • Easy updates and modifications
  • Full audit trail of all changes

Flexible Release Conditions

Choose from multiple release mechanisms to ensure your assets are distributed exactly when and how you intend.

Time-Based Release

Assets release automatically after a specified period of inactivity or on a specific date.

Examples:

After 12 months of no check-in
On beneficiary's 25th birthday
January 1, 2030

Identity Verification

Beneficiaries must verify their identity using zero-knowledge proofs before claiming assets.

Examples:

Biometric verification
KYC completion
Social recovery confirmation

Multi-Signature

Require approval from multiple trusted parties before assets are released.

Examples:

2-of-3 family members
Executor + beneficiary
Guardian approval

Oracle-Verified Events

Release based on real-world events verified by trusted oracle services.

Examples:

Death certificate verification
Marriage confirmation
Graduation record

Milestone-Based

Release portions of assets as beneficiaries achieve specific milestones.

Examples:

Completing education
Starting a business
Purchasing first home

Custom Logic

Create custom release conditions using our smart contract builder.

Examples:

Complex multi-condition triggers
Conditional cascades
Dynamic allocation
Security First

Built with Security at Every Layer

Your digital estate is protected by multiple layers of security, ensuring your assets are safe and your plan executes exactly as intended.

Learn more about security

Non-Custodial Architecture

Your private keys never leave your control. We provide the infrastructure, not custody.

Audited Smart Contracts

All smart contracts are audited by leading security firms and are fully open-source.

Zero-Knowledge Proofs

Verify identities and conditions without exposing sensitive personal information.

Multi-Chain Redundancy

Deploy across multiple chains for added resilience and accessibility.

"Based on your portfolio, I recommend creating three micro vaults: one for your spouse with immediate access, one for your children with age-based conditions, and one for charitable giving. Would you like me to help set this up?"

AI-Powered Guidance

Intelligent Assistance Every Step

Our AI assistant helps you make informed decisions about your estate plan. From optimizing beneficiary allocations to suggesting release conditions, you'll have expert guidance throughout the process.

  • Personalized recommendations based on your portfolio
  • Answers to common estate planning questions
  • Help drafting documents and setting up conditions

Note: AI assistance is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or legal advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about how Eternal Vault works.

What happens if I lose access to my wallet?

Eternal Vault offers multiple recovery options including social recovery, time-locked recovery keys, and guardian-based recovery. You can configure these options during setup to ensure you always have a path back to your assets.

How do beneficiaries claim their inheritance?

When release conditions are met, beneficiaries receive a notification. They then log into the beneficiary portal, complete any required verification, and claim their assets directly to their wallet. The process is guided and straightforward.

Can I modify my estate plan after activation?

Yes, you can modify your estate plan at any time before release conditions are triggered. This includes changing beneficiaries, adjusting allocations, modifying conditions, and adding new assets.

What if the Eternal Vault platform goes offline?

Your smart contracts live on the blockchain, independent of our platform. Even if Eternal Vault were to disappear, your estate plan would continue to execute as programmed. We also provide export functionality for all your data.

How is the check-in system enforced?

You choose your check-in frequency (weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annual). If you miss a check-in, you'll receive reminders via your chosen channels. After the configured grace period, the release process begins. Multiple confirmation methods ensure no accidental triggers.

Are there any limits on the number of beneficiaries or assets?

Our Personal plan supports up to 5 beneficiaries, Family plan supports up to 20, and Enterprise plans have no limits. There are no limits on the number of assets you can protect on any plan.

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