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Digital Assets5 min read·Apr 21, 2026

Non-custodial vs. custodial wallets: what the difference really means

In a custodial wallet, a third party holds your keys and can move funds on your behalf. In a non-custodial wallet, you hold the keys — ClearPayz never has access to your seed phrase or private keys.

That architectural choice affects security, regulatory exposure, and what happens if the platform is compromised.

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