BTC PRAGUE · CONFERENCE TALK
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Why better tools aren’t enough—and why understanding the person using them matters just as much.
Watch on YouTube INDEPENDENT SELF-CUSTODY GUIDANCE
Your crypto.
Your keys.
Your confidence.
Owning your crypto shouldn’t feel overwhelming. I help you understand your wallet, secure your assets, and take the next step—with confidence.
$100 USD / hourMost sessions start with one hour. Choose more time if you need it.
Your keys stay yours. Always.
A HUMAN APPROACH TO CRYPTO
Shawn EnglemanYour self-custody guide
~600one-to-one consultations*
Experience you can lean on Former Trezor Expert 20+ years simplifying technology Independent & brand-neutral
SEE THE HUMAN SIDE OF SELF-CUSTODY
Practical guidance.
In Shawn’s own words.
Watch Shawn explain what safer self-custody takes,
and how to recognize the scams that put it at risk.
TREZOR · SCAM AWARENESS
This is How People Are Scammed in Crypto
Spot the red flags in fake emails, urgent security warnings, and convincing-looking letters before you act.
Watch on YouTubeRecorded during Shawn’s work as a Trezor Expert. Current consultations are independent and brand-neutral. If a player doesn’t load, use its YouTube link above.
A LITTLE CLARITY. A LOT MORE CONTROL.
Wherever you are,
we’ll start there.
First wallet? Forgotten PIN? Planning ahead?
No question is too basic. No jargon required.
01 / GET SET UP
A safer start.
A stronger setup.
Set up your hardware wallet, understand backups and passphrases, and move from an exchange to self-custody with a clearer plan.
- Hardware wallet setup & security
- Seed phrase & backup best practices
- Exchange-to-wallet guidance
$100 · 1 hourOptional 2 hours / $200 or 3 hours / $300 · USD
Let’s get you set up02 / FIND A WAY BACK
Lost access?
Let’s work through it.
A missing device or forgotten PIN can feel like a dead end. We’ll assess what you still have and explore your recovery options, step by step.
- Lost or damaged device guidance
- PIN & passphrase troubleshooting
- Recovery options explained clearly
$100 · 1 hourOptional 2 hours / $200 or 3 hours / $300 · USD
Understand your options03 / PLAN AHEAD
Protect your crypto.
And the people you love.
Make sure the people who matter can access your crypto when they need to—without compromising your security today.
- Crypto inheritance preparation
- Documented recovery procedures
- Backups your family can understand
$100 · 1 hourOptional 2 hours / $200 or 3 hours / $300 · USD
Build a practical planEvery topic uses the same $100/hour consulting rate. Most sessions take one hour; your experience and learning needs may call for more time. We agree the duration and full price before confirming—no automatic extensions or extra charges. Trezor, Ledger, or another wallet: guidance built around you, not a brand.
LESS GUESSWORK. MORE UNDERSTANDING.
Not just instructions.
Real understanding.
Self-custody means you’re in control. My job is to help you feel comfortable with that—not to take over.
Find your next step01
A conversation, not a lecture.
We start with your questions and your setup. I meet you where you are, whether you’re brand-new or just need a second pair of eyes.
02
You do it. I guide you.
We work through it together. You stay in control of your device and assets, and understand the reasoning behind each step.
03
Clarity you can take with you.
Leave with a better understanding of your setup and practical next steps—not another list of things to worry about.
THE PERSON ON THE OTHER END
Based in Prague. Working with you online.
Hi, I’m Shawn.
I make the complex feel manageable.
I’m an independent crypto self-custody consultant and a former Trezor Expert. During my time at Trezor, I delivered around 600 one-to-one consultations with hardware wallet owners—helping people turn uncertainty into understanding.
Before crypto, I worked in cybersecurity support at Avast and AVG, and spent a decade in operations and contract management. The common thread? Listening carefully, untangling problems, and making the next step clear.
You don’t need to become a technical expert to take control of your crypto. You just need guidance that makes sense to you.
I am no longer a Trezor Expert. Today I consult independently, with guidance that is not affiliated with or endorsed by a wallet manufacturer.
Get to know who you’re booking.
Read my professional profiles, hear me speak, and explore the articles I’ve written.
Shawn EnglemanIndependent. Patient. On your side.
*Approximately 600 consultations at Trezor, 2024–2026, as described in Shawn’s professional profile.
WRITTEN BY SHAWN ENGLEMAN
Understanding first.
Confidence follows.
A closer look at backups, education,
and the experience behind my approach.
WALLET BACKUPS · JUNE 1, 2026
The Complete Guide to Your Wallet Backup
How wallet backups work, why the words matter, and what safer recovery habits look like.
USER EDUCATION · MAY 22, 2026
Self Custody Has a User Education Problem
Knowing the rules is not the same as understanding them well enough to act under pressure.
MY BACKGROUND · JUNE 15, 2026
The Through-Line
From the US Navy and safety-critical work to cybersecurity and self-custody: why verification matters.
These articles were written during my earlier Trezor work and may include references to that role or its booking links. I now consult independently and am no longer a Trezor Expert. For a current session with me, book here on CryptoShawn.
One rule. No exceptions.
I will never ask for your seed phrase, PIN, or passphrase. Your sessions are education and guidance only. You keep complete control of your assets.
YOUR NEXT STEP STARTS HERE
Let’s make self-custody feel simpler.
Book a one-to-one online session at $100 USD per hour. Most sessions take one hour; choose two or three if you’d like more time. The total price is shown before you confirm.
Bring your wallet device, computer, and questions—not your recovery words. You stay in control throughout. Payment is arranged separately with Shawn; this site does not collect card details.
Focused on your questions
Patient, plain-English guidance
Your assets stay in your control
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GOOD QUESTIONS
A few things
you might be wondering.
What does a session cost, and how long is it?
The consulting rate is $100 USD per hour. Most sessions take one hour ($100). You can choose two hours ($200) or three hours ($300) if you want more time, depending on your questions and learning needs. Any further time must be agreed with you; a session is not extended or charged automatically. Payment is arranged separately.
I’m completely new to crypto. Is this for me?
Absolutely. Sessions are designed around your experience and questions. You don’t need to know the jargon or have everything figured out before we talk.
Do I need a Trezor wallet?
No. I’m independent and brand-neutral. I can guide you through self-custody principles and hardware wallet questions across Trezor, Ledger, and other devices.
Will you need access to my wallet or recovery phrase?
Never. You keep control of your device and funds. Do not share your seed phrase, PIN, passphrase, private keys, or screenshots containing them before, during, or after a session.
Can you guarantee I’ll recover my crypto?
No one can responsibly guarantee recovery. We’ll assess your situation and the backups or access you still have, then explain the options and limitations clearly.
Is this investment or legal advice?
No. Sessions focus on technical education and practical self-custody guidance. I don’t recommend investments or provide legal, tax, or financial advice. For inheritance documents, consult a qualified professional in your jurisdiction.