2026-01-11 18:27:17

Self-custody wallets have never been about convenience.

They are a belief — a dedication to true decentralization.

Abandoning third-party custody and holding your private keys means you no longer rely on any intermediary. This is not just a technical choice but a practice of the Web3 spirit. Convenience can tempt complacency, but true autonomy comes at a cost.

Those willing to bear this responsibility and manage their assets properly are the ones who truly understand what sovereignty control means.

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RektButAlive

· 01-11 18:57

That's right, but very few people can truly stick with it; most still choose exchanges for convenience.

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HashRateHustler

· 01-11 18:54

That's right, but most people simply can't bear the cost of this "freedom." Once you make a mistake, it's a permanent loss, and no one will back you up.

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TheMemefather

· 01-11 18:47

To be honest, self-custody wallets are a test of human nature. Once you control the private key, don't rely on the platform's endorsement; all risks must be borne by yourself.

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GweiWatcher

· 01-11 18:45

That's true, but there aren't many people who truly dare to self-manage... Most only start to reflect after being exploited by exchanges.

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NftBankruptcyClub

· 01-11 18:45

That's true, but to be honest, most people simply can't handle the mindset of managing private keys. Losing your private key leaves you with nowhere to cry, and that's the real cost.

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Rekt_Recovery

· 01-11 18:39

ngl been there, lost it all on leverage then had to learn self custody the hard way. that "responsibility" part hits different when you've already liquidated once lol

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