what is timelock?

a rule that makes something possible only after a set time or a set delay.

in a wallet, it can let an heir's key work only after a date. in a smart contract, it is a forced delay between announcing a change and making it.

related words

2FA (two-factor authentication) a second check on top of your password, usually a code from another device or app.
asset map a plain list of what crypto you hold and where, with no secrets on it.
recovery test checking that your written backup really recreates the same wallet, without moving any coins.

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