đš Why leaving your cryptos on a platform is dangerous:
When you buy crypto on a platform, your cryptos are stored in a wallet controlled by that platform, not by you.
âĄïž *Without your private keys, without your cryptos* :
As long as you do not have *your own private keys*, the platform can technically *freeze, block, or lose your funds*.
Here are the *main risks* :
- *Hacking* đ„· : Even the largest platforms can be hacked, and funds stolen.
- *Bankruptcy* đ : If the platform goes bankrupt, it may use your funds to save itself, and you lose everything.
- *Withdrawal blocking* đ : In case of a crisis, some platforms block withdrawals (which has already happened several times).
- *Human error* â : A bug, a maintenance error, or a wrong click can make you lose access to your funds.
- *Government regulations* âïž : A government can force a platform to block or freeze user accounts.
đĄïž How to avoid this risk ? - *Use a personal wallet* - *Transfer your cryptos off the platforms* after purchase. - *Carefully store your private key* and your recovery phrase.
đŻ Summary : *Buying your crypto on a platform is OK. Leaving it there = GREAT RISK.*
*Be the master of your funds. Control your private keys.*
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