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Wallet Types Compared – Your Decision Guide at a Glance

Modified on Tue, 1 Apr at 10:01 AM

To wrap things up, here’s a detailed comparison table of the most common wallet types. This overview helps you make informed decisions based on security, control, and convenience.


Wallet Type

Connection

Key Control

Custody Model

Security Level

Ideal For

Hot Wallet

Online

You or Provider

Custodial / Non-Custodial

Medium

Everyday use, active trading

Cold Wallet

Offline

You

Non-Custodial

High

Long-term storage

Custodial Wallet

Varies

Provider

Custodial

Medium

Beginners, convenience users

Non-Custodial Wallet

Varies

You

Non-Custodial

High

Security-focused users

Segregated Wallet

Varies

Provider (for you)

Custodial (segregated)

Very High

Institutions, professionals

Ledger (Hardware)

Offline

You

Non-Custodial

Very High

Long-term asset protection


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