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# How it Works
Ante Vaults lets you securely commit funds to a designated Recipient if a dead man's switch fails.
#### 1. Set up and fund your vault
Designate a recipient for your funds and assign trusted guardians to carry out your will.
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Built on battle-tested [Safe](https://safe.global/) contracts/modules
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#### 2. Check in periodically to confirm you're still in control
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You maintain control of your funds and can always recover them, even if Ante disappears!
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#### 3. If something happens, your guardians step in
If you stop checking in, your guardians can start the handoff process and securely transfer your assets to your recipient after a grace period.
