Cold Wallet

SecurityUpdated: October 15, 2025

Also known as: Cold Storage, Offline Wallet, Hardware Wallet

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A cryptocurrency wallet that is not connected to the internet, used for secure storage

A cryptocurrency wallet that is not connected to the internet, used for secure storage.

Cold wallets provide the highest level of security for cryptocurrency holdings by keeping private keys completely offline. Common forms include hardware wallets, paper wallets, and air-gapped computers.

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