Offline Storage vs Self-Custody

Quick comparison to help you distinguish these two crypto terms.

Offline Storage
intermediate
risk

A cryptocurrency storage method where private keys never connect to the internet, eliminating remote hacking risks by maintaining wallets on devices permanently isolated from network connections.

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Self-Custody
beginner
fundamentals

Self-custody means you personally hold and control your cryptocurrency private keys rather than trusting a third party to hold them, giving you complete ownership and control but also complete responsibility for security and backup.

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