#CryptoSecurity101

If you are thinking about entering Web3 or are already working in it, you must know that securing your assets is fundamental. Many lose not because the market crashed, but because their assets were stolen due to negligence in security.

A hot wallet is one that is on your mobile or device and is always connected to the internet, like MetaMask or TrustWallet. It offers you speed and ease in trading but is vulnerable to hacking if exposed to an attack or if you visit a fraudulent website.

A cold wallet, like Ledger or Trezor, is a device where you store your cryptocurrencies, and it is better to keep it offline away from any threats. This is the ideal solution for long-term storage.

I use both; I keep a small amount in the hot wallet for daily trading and participating in projects, while the rest is in the cold wallet to keep it secure.

Do not put your Private Key or Seed Phrase online at all; write it down by hand and store it in a safe place. Enable two-factor authentication on every wallet. If you grant permissions to a site, always review them and do not give open permissions.

When sending money for the first time, send a small amount first. Do not put all your money in one wallet. Security is your responsibility; if a theft occurs, there is no entity to return anything to you.

Stay aware and help yourself maintain your gains.