Optional • Enhanced Security

Safe Multisig Setup Guide

Add an extra layer of protection with a Safe multisig as your vault owner. Recommended for large holdings (>$100k).

This is optional. You can create a vault directly in Ante without a multisig. This guide is for users who want maximum security for significant holdings.

Total time:

~20 minutes

Before You Begin

A desktop or laptop computer (mobile not recommended)
2-3 wallet addresses that will be signers on your Safe
Small amount of ETH for gas fees (~$10-20)
Contact information for your guardians

Create a Safe Multisig

15 min

A Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the most battle-tested multisig on Ethereum. It will be the owner of your Ante vault, adding an extra layer of protection.

Go to safe.global and connect your wallet
Click "Create new Safe"
Add 2-3 signer addresses (your wallets)
Set threshold (we recommend 2-of-3)
Deploy your Safe (requires gas)
Copy your new Safe address

Open Safe.global Safe Setup Guide

Important: Write down your Safe address and store it securely. You'll need it in the next step.

Create Your Ante Vault

10 min

Now create your Ante vault using your Safe as the owner. This means any vault actions will require multisig approval.

Click "Create Vault" in Ante
Select your network (same as your Safe)
When asked for owner address, paste your Safe address
Configure check-in interval (90 days recommended)
Set grace period (6 months default)
Review and confirm

Note: All vault operations (deposits, withdrawals, rule changes) will need to be signed through your Safe interface.

Add Recipients

5 min

Recipients are the people who will receive your assets if you fail to check in and your guardians approve the transfer. This is typically family members or beneficiaries.

Go to your vault's People tab
Click "Add Recipient"
Enter their name and wallet address
Optionally add their email for notifications
Recipients will receive a notification to accept

Who should be a recipient?

Choose people you want to pass your assets to - spouse, children, or other beneficiaries. They only receive assets after guardians approve a transfer and you fail to check in during the grace period.

Add Guardians

5 min

Guardians are trusted people who can help transfer your assets if you become inactive. They don't need a Safe. A simple wallet address works.

Go to your vault's People tab
Click "Add Guardian"
Enter their name and wallet address
Set guardian threshold (e.g., 2-of-3 guardians must agree)
Guardians will receive a notification to accept

Who should be a guardian?

Choose people you trust who are crypto-savvy enough to use a wallet. Family members, close friends, or trusted advisors work well. They never get access to your funds. They can only initiate transfers to your pre-set recipients.

You're Protected

Once set up, your vault is protected by multiple layers:

Multisig Owner

Multiple keys required

Guardian Threshold

2+ must agree

Grace Period

Time to cancel

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