# Create a Vault

A vault is your secure container for crypto assets. Vultisig uses Threshold Signature Scheme (TSS) technology - your private key is never stored in one place.

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## Choose Your Vault Type

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Fast Vault</strong></td><td>Single device + Vultisig server</td><td>Best for: Getting started, smaller amounts, convenience</td><td><a href="/pages/FEL7F7Jt93789e56MRtb">/pages/FEL7F7Jt93789e56MRtb</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Secure Vault</strong></td><td>2+ devices you control</td><td>Best for: Maximum security, larger amounts, no trusted third party</td><td><a href="/pages/uxqdntNl3mTHlg1Ja3al">/pages/uxqdntNl3mTHlg1Ja3al</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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## Quick Comparison

| Feature                  | Fast Vault         | Secure Vault      |
| ------------------------ | ------------------ | ----------------- |
| Setup time               | \~1 minute         | \~3 minutes       |
| Devices needed           | 1                  | 2 or more         |
| Vultisig server involved | Yes (as co-signer) | No                |
| Self-custody level       | Partial            | Full              |
| Best for                 | Daily transactions | Long-term storage |

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## Recommended Configurations

**For beginners:**

* Start with a **Fast Vault** to learn the app
* Upgrade to Secure Vault later for larger amounts

**For security-conscious users:**

* **2-of-2**: Two devices, both required to sign (no backup device)
* **2-of-3**: Three devices, any two can sign (recommended - has backup)
* **3-of-4**: Four devices, any three can sign (maximum security)

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**2-of-3 is the sweet spot** - secure enough for most users, with a backup device in case one is lost.
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## Video Guides

**Creating a Fast Vault:**

[![Fast Vault Setup](/files/T8ARtfgVx4nJ6n5vYjUz)](https://x.com/iceman00008/status/1955828412876312653/video/1)

**Creating a 2-of-2 Secure Vault:**

[![2-of-2 Setup](/files/T8ARtfgVx4nJ6n5vYjUz)](https://x.com/iceman00008/status/1955865336341041197/video/1)

**Creating a 3-of-4 Secure Vault:**

[![3-of-4 Setup](/files/T8ARtfgVx4nJ6n5vYjUz)](https://x.com/iceman00008/status/1958428338915287477/video/1)

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## After Creating Your Vault

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**Immediately backup your vault!**

This is the most important step. Without a backup, you could lose access to your funds if a device is lost or damaged.

[Backup & Recovery Guide →](/getting-started/backup-recovery.md)
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## Detailed Guides

For step-by-step instructions with screenshots:

* [Fast Vault Setup Guide](/app-guide/creating-a-vault/fast-vault.md)
* [Secure Vault Setup Guide](/app-guide/creating-a-vault/secure-vault.md)


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