Crypto Custody Solutions
Master cryptocurrency storage from self-custody to institutional security
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Introduction to Crypto Custody
Cryptocurrency custody refers to the secure storage and management of digital asset private keys. Unlike traditional finance where banks hold your assets, crypto custody requires careful consideration of security, control, and accessibility tradeoffs.
The Core Principle
🔑Not your keys, not your coins - If someone else holds your private keys, they control your assets
⚖️Security vs Convenience - More security often means less convenience, and vice versa
🎯Right solution for context - Different custody solutions for different needs and amounts
✓Self-Custody
- • Full control of assets
- • No counterparty risk
- • Privacy preserved
- • Requires responsibility
⚡Institutional Custody
- • Professional management
- • Insurance coverage
- • Regulatory compliance
- • Counterparty exposure
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Critical Consideration
Lost private keys mean permanently lost funds. Over $140 billion in Bitcoin is estimated to be lost forever due to custody mistakes. Choose your custody solution carefully based on your technical ability and asset value.