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Wallet (Crypto)

Software or hardware that stores private keys allowing access to cryptocurrency.

In depth

Hot wallets (online — MetaMask, Phantom): convenient but vulnerable to hacks. Cold wallets (offline — Ledger, Trezor): much safer for large holdings. "Not your keys, not your coins" — leaving crypto on exchanges carries counterparty risk.

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