Building the Most Secure Way to Own Crypto
Vaultix Wallet is building the most secure way to own crypto - and you're invited to be first.
Why We're Building Vaultix
The cryptocurrency industry has witnessed devastating losses from exchange hacks, custodial failures, and compromised hot wallets. From the Mt. Gox collapse to the FTX implosion, billions in user assets have been lost due to centralized custody.
According to Chainalysis research, over $3.8 billion was stolen in cryptocurrency hacks during 2022 alone, with the majority targeting centralized exchanges and custodial services. These failures demonstrate a fundamental truth: not your keys, not your crypto.
Vaultix was founded in response to this crisis. We believe that cryptocurrency's core promise - financial sovereignty through decentralized ownership - can only be realized when users maintain complete control over their private keys through secure, offline hardware.
Our founding team experienced the Mt. Gox collapse firsthand in 2014, losing access to personally held Bitcoin. That experience drove us to spend the next decade studying cryptographic security, hardware design, and zero-trust architectures. Vaultix represents our commitment to ensuring no one else experiences that loss of control.
Our Mission: Complete Ownership Through Uncompromising Security
We're building the most secure hardware wallet for cryptocurrency self-custody - empowering individuals and institutions to achieve true financial sovereignty through military-grade offline storage, open-source transparency, and zero-trust architecture.
Every design decision prioritizes security over convenience, ownership over custodianship, and privacy over profit.
Values That Guide Us
These four principles inform every decision we make.
Security First
Every feature is designed with security as the primary constraint. We implement defense-in-depth strategies, secure element chips, offline transaction signing, and air-gapped architecture. No telemetry, no cloud dependencies, no remote attack surface.
Transparency
We commit to open-source firmware following industry best practices. Our code will be publicly auditable, enabling community security reviews before launch. Third-party security audits will be published for complete verification.
Ownership
True ownership means complete control. Your private keys never leave the device. No KYC requirements, no account registration, no third-party dependencies. You own the hardware, you control the keys, you own your crypto.
Privacy
Zero user tracking, zero telemetry collection, zero data harvesting. We never know what cryptocurrencies you hold, what transactions you sign, or how you use your wallet. Privacy is not a feature - it's a fundamental right.
Expertise in Cryptography and Hardware Security
Our founding team brings decades of combined experience from cryptographic research, hardware engineering, and blockchain development.
Our team includes former security engineers from leading hardware manufacturers, cryptographic researchers with published papers on secure element implementations, and blockchain developers who contributed to major cryptocurrency protocols.
We've collectively worked on projects ranging from military-grade encryption systems to consumer hardware wallets. This experience informs our understanding of real-world attack vectors, supply chain security risks, and the practical challenges of building truly secure offline storage.
What sets Vaultix apart: We're not first-time hardware builders learning on your assets. Every team member has shipped security-critical products that are in use today, protecting millions of dollars in value.
Open-Source: Verify, Don't Trust
Why open-source matters for hardware wallets: Closed-source firmware requires blind trust. You're trusting the manufacturer hasn't introduced backdoors, hasn't made implementation errors, and hasn't been compromised by malicious actors.
Vaultix will release our firmware under an open-source license, enabling independent security researchers and the cryptocurrency community to audit every line of code. Following industry leaders like Trezor's OSHWA certification, we believe transparency is the only path to genuine trust.
github.com/vaultix-wallet/firmware
├── secure-element/ # EAL6+ chip integration
├── transaction-signing/ # Offline signature generation
├── recovery-system/ # Encrypted backup protocols
└── ui-interface/ # User confirmation flows
Third-party audit reports: /security-audits/
Community contributions: Pull requests welcomePlanned release: Q2 2026 (post-manufacturing) | License: GPL-3.0 with hardware exception
Technology Philosophy: Security Without Compromise
These principles guide our technical architecture decisions.
Offline-First Architecture
Private keys are generated and stored entirely offline. Transaction signing occurs in an air-gapped environment. No internet connectivity means no remote attack surface.
Defense-in-Depth Layering
Multiple security layers: secure element chip (EAL6+ certified), encrypted storage, PIN protection, physical tamper detection, and secure boot verification. Compromise of one layer doesn't compromise the system.
Zero-Trust Implementation
Never trust external inputs. All transaction data is verified on-device. Users physically confirm every action. No automatic updates, no telemetry, no third-party dependencies.
User-Verifiable Security
Security features are observable by users. Display shows full transaction details before signing. Recovery seed generation is transparent and reproducible. Open-source firmware enables independent verification.
Long-Term Maintainability
Built on industry-standard cryptographic primitives. Compatible with BIP32/39/44 standards. Firmware designed for future algorithm upgrades while maintaining backward compatibility.
Multi-Chain by Design
Architecture supports Bitcoin, Ethereum, and major altcoins from launch. Extensible framework enables community-driven addition of new blockchain protocols through firmware updates.
Quality Standards and Supply Chain Security
Security starts with manufacturing integrity and extends through the entire supply chain.
Design Phase
Security by Design: Threat modeling from initial concept. Hardware schematics reviewed by independent security consultants. Component selection prioritizes security certifications (EAL6+ secure element).
Prototyping: Multiple prototype iterations with penetration testing at each stage. Design validation against FIPS 140-2 Level 2 standards (pursuing Level 3 certification).
Manufacturing
Trusted Partners: Manufacturing with ISO 9001 certified facilities specializing in security hardware. All facilities undergo security audits before production begins.
Supply Chain Security: Component sourcing directly from chip manufacturers (no third-party distributors). Tamper-evident packaging applied immediately after device programming. Unique device attestation at factory.
Testing & Quality Assurance
Security Testing: Each device undergoes automated security verification before packaging. Firmware integrity validation using cryptographic signatures. Random sample testing for physical tamper resistance.
Functional Testing: 100% device testing for all supported blockchains. Stress testing under extreme temperature and power conditions. Longevity testing simulating 10+ years of usage.
Anti-Counterfeit Measures: Each Vaultix device includes cryptographically signed attestation from our secure manufacturing facility. Users can verify authenticity through our open-source verification tool before first use. Packaging includes holographic seals and tamper-evident tape.
Community-Driven Development
Vaultix is built with - not just for - the cryptocurrency community.
The cryptocurrency ecosystem thrives on community contribution, and Vaultix is no exception. We're building in public, sharing our development roadmap transparently, and inviting community participation at every stage.
Join Our Beta Testing Program
Early access waitlist members will be invited to participate in closed beta testing starting Q2 2026. Beta testers receive:
- Pre-production hardware units for testing
- Direct communication channel with engineering team
- Priority shipping for production units
- Recognition in firmware credits for significant contributions
How the Community Shapes Vaultix
- Feature Requests: Community feedback determines feature prioritization. Post-launch, we'll implement a public voting system for firmware enhancement requests.
- Security Contributions: Responsible disclosure program with bounties for verified security vulnerabilities. Hall of fame for security researchers who improve Vaultix.
- Blockchain Support: Community can contribute integration code for additional cryptocurrencies. Open-source architecture enables third-party blockchain implementations.
- Documentation: User guides, security best practices, and integration tutorials welcome community contributions via GitHub.
- Localization: Interface translations for global accessibility will be community-driven post-launch.
Join Us in Building the Future of Crypto Security
Be among the first to secure your assets with Vaultix. No payment required - just reserve your spot.
Join Our WaitlistLaunch expected Q3/Q4 2026 • Limited first batch