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Feature Custodial Non-Custodial
Who holds the private key? A third party (exchange) You
Can it be recovered if lost? Usually yes (via support) No, seed phrase is final
Can it be censored or frozen? Yes No
Suitable for DeFi? Limited or not supported Fully supported
Security responsibility Shared with provider Entirely yours
Goal Better Wallet Type
Convenience & Recovery Custodial
Freedom & Full Ownership Non-Custodial
DeFi and Web3 interaction Non-Custodial
Simple Buy/Sell for beginners Custodial