Crypto Wallet

Users can store, buy, sell, and trade cryptocurrencies by using a crypto wallet.

Updated: November 28, 2023

Users can store, buy, sell, and trade cryptocurrencies by using a crypto wallet. Cryptocurrencies exist as blockchains on public databases. These are not physical coins. Cryptocurrencies are transferred through cryptographic keys which are set up and managed by a centralized crypto exchange.

Cryptocurrency wallets are preferred by many traders to better monitor their crypto money. The private and public keys of crypto wallets are responsible for sending, receiving, and trading cryptocurrencies. A public key is used to create the public address of a wallet and is shared with others to receive cryptocurrencies. Private keys inside a crypto wallet must be kept safe to ensure security. These are never shared with the network. A private key is a combination of a username and password whereas a public key works like a bank account number. 

Hot wallet, Cold wallets, Paper wallet, Hardware wallet, Custodial wallets, Non-custodial wallets, Multi-signature wallets and NFT wallets are some common types of crypto wallets.

Cryptocurrencies can be protected from online fraud by using crypto wallets. It also provide long-term storage, the freedom and convenience, reliability, hassle-free conversions and security assurance. The safekeeping of cryptocurrencies for an extended period can be provided with crypto wallets. Users will have the complete control over how to spend their coins and can either buy items or gift them to a friend.

Types of crypto wallets


  • Hardware Wallets
  • Software Wallets
  • Desktop Wallets
  • Mobile Wallets
  • Online/Web Wallets
  • Paper Wallets
  • Brain Wallets
  • Multi-Signature Wallets
  • HD Wallets (Hierarchical Deterministic Wallets)
  • Custodial Wallets
  • Non-Custodial Wallets
  • Hot Wallets
  • Cold Wallets