Custodial Wallet vs Wallet

Quick comparison to help you distinguish these two crypto terms.

Custodial Wallet
beginner
risk

A custodial wallet is a cryptocurrency wallet where a third party holds and manages your private keys, offering convenience but requiring trust.

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Wallet
beginner
fundamentals

A cryptocurrency wallet is a digital tool that stores your private keys and enables you to send, receive, and manage crypto assets, functioning like a secure keychain rather than actually holding the cryptocurrency itself.

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