- No markdown (so plain text, no formatting like ** or #? But final line includes hashtags, that's okay, they are just text. No markdown formatting like bold, italics, bullet points? Probably plain text lines are fine. Avoid markdown syntax like headings, bullet lists using - or *? Could use plain numbered steps. But "Give 3 clear actionable steps". Could be numbered 1., 2., 3. That's plain text, not markdown. That should be okay.

- 150-200 words. Need to count words. Let's aim for ~170 words.

- Warning-style tone: serious but not panic-inducing.

- End with: "Share this with someone new to crypto — it could save them!" exactly that line.

- Final line: "#Ripple #Cardano #CryptoSecurity #StaySafe". Must be final line. Probably separate line.

- No extra commentary, no thinking. Just final post text.

We must ensure word count between 150 and 200 inclusive. Let's craft.

We need to count words. Let's write a draft then count.

Draft:

"Warning: your private key and seed phrase are the master passwords to every asset you own. Anyone who sees them can move your funds instantly, and there is no way to reverse the transaction. Treat them like the combination to a vault — never write them in a chat, email, or screenshot, and never store them in cloud notes.

Action steps:
1. Write the phrase on paper only, keep it in a fire‑proof safe, and make a second copy stored in a separate secure location.
2. Enable a hardware wallet for daily use; it signs transactions without ever exposing the seed to your computer or phone.
3. Regularly verify that no