EverstoneBTC

Attorney Guide

Resources for using EverstoneBTC for timestamping documents and managing encrypted wills.

Overview

EverstoneBTC provides two key services for attorneys: permanent timestamping of documents on the Bitcoin blockchain and management of encrypted wills with a dead man's switch mechanism. This guide covers how to get started with both.

  • Timestamping API: Prove the existence and integrity of contracts, agreements, or client documents at a specific point in time.
  • Encrypted Wills: Securely store wills with periodic check-ins, automatically notifying beneficiaries if check-ins are missed.

Timestamping API

Timestamping with EverstoneBTC creates an unalterable record of a document's existence at a specific time. This is useful for contracts, intellectual property, legal agreements, and more.

How it works:

  1. Register for an API key through the Attorney Portal.
  2. Submit a document hash (SHA-256) via our API endpoint.
  3. The hash is anchored to the Bitcoin blockchain, creating a permanent timestamp.
  4. Receive a Transaction ID (TXID) as proof, verifiable on any Bitcoin block explorer like mempool.space.

Why use Bitcoin for timestamping?

  • Permanence: Bitcoin's blockchain is maintained by thousands of nodes worldwide, ensuring the record survives any single entity's failure.
  • Immutability: Once recorded, the data cannot be altered, providing strong legal evidence.
  • Privacy: Only a hash is recorded, not the document itself, preserving client confidentiality.

Encrypted Wills & Dead Man's Switch

EverstoneBTC offers a secure solution for managing encrypted wills, ensuring they are delivered to beneficiaries only under specific conditions, such as missed check-ins.

How it works:

  1. Upload an encrypted will file (you hold one key, we hold a partial key).
  2. Set a check-in schedule (e.g., monthly) and provide beneficiary email addresses.
  3. If check-ins are missed for the specified period, beneficiaries are notified with instructions to retrieve the will.
  4. Bitcoin anchoring ensures proof of the will's existence and integrity.

Key benefits:

  • Security: Wills are encrypted; even we can't access the contents without your key share.
  • Reliability: Automated notifications ensure timely delivery without manual intervention.
  • Proof: Bitcoin timestamping proves the will existed at a specific time, reducing dispute risks.

Manage encrypted wills directly through the Attorney Portal dashboard after registration.

Getting Started

Step 1: Register Your Account

Create an account via the Attorney Portal to access both timestamping and encrypted will services.

Step 2: Set Up API Access (for Timestamping)

Generate an API key from your dashboard to integrate timestamping into your workflow or software.

Step 3: Upload Encrypted Wills (if applicable)

Use the dashboard to upload encrypted wills, set check-in schedules, and manage notifications.

Step 4: Contact Support for Integration Help

Need help with API integration or bulk uploads? Email [email protected] for assistance.

Support

For API issues, account questions, or partnership inquiries:

[email protected]

For general technical support:

[email protected]

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